Strategic Communication and Organizational Studies - Online
Saint Joseph’s Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communication and Organizational Studies is a unique multidisciplinary degree that prepares students with foundational skills and knowledge in social science, communication, and quantitative reasoning needed in a wide range of careers.
This bachelor’s degree is designed for students who have earned an associate’s degree, but have not yet finished their bachelor’s degree.
What Sets Our Program Apart
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Every course is delivered online and can be completed on your schedule – no live class sessions, no commuting and no disruptions to work or family life.
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Turn your past progress into forward momentum. Bring your associate’s degree and up to 75 credits and finish your bachelor’s degree faster.
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A renewable 30% tuition discount lowers your cost from $732 per credit to $512 per credit – helping you complete your degree for less. Please note: individual discounts cannot be combined with other offers. If a student is eligible for multiple discounts, only the highest discount prevails.
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The 10-course program covers communication, sociology, history, psychology and statistics, giving graduates a well-rounded professional education that can provide flexible career mobility across industries.
What Can I Do with a Strategic Communication and Organizational Studies Degree?
The combination of social science, communication, and quantitative skills aligns well with in-demand roles in business, nonprofits, healthcare, education and government. A graduate may go on to pursue a career as a:
- Community relations manager
- Corporate communications associate
- Employee engagement specialist
- Government or public service administrator
- Human resources specialist
- Program coordinator (nonprofit or higher education)
- Training and development coordinator
In Pennsylvania alone, there are over two million adults with some college experience but no degree. They may have paused their educations to work or focus on family commitments — but there might come a moment when these learners feel called back to their pursuit of a degree and need a flexible way to complete it. This program is built exactly for that moment.
Program Details
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View required courses for this program in the academic catalog. Please contact us if you have any questions about the program curriculum.
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The cost of the Strategic Communication and Organizational Studies Online Bachelor's program is $732 per credit for the 2026-2027 academic year.
For a detailed breakdown and additional information, visit our Tuition & Fees page.
Admission Information
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To apply for this program, complete an application online.
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Applications to Saint Joseph’s are accepted on a rolling basis for fall, spring and summer start terms.
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To be considered for admission, you must have an associate's degree with a minimum of a 2.50 GPA.
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SJU is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.