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2022 Best Online Communication Degrees & Colleges in California
Are you looking for a school in California where you can earn an online communication degree? Start your search for the best online communication colleges and universities in California here.
The Best Adult Colleges & Careers Guide makes it easy to find information about the schools offering online communication degree programs in California. Get detailed information about colleges and universities with 100% online communication programs, including the number of distance-offered communication degree completions, student type and more. In the end, you'll have an understanding of which college or university may be right for you.
California Online Communication Degrees by the Numbers
Online communication degrees in California have been growing at institutions over the past 5 years. In 2020, students completed 305 communication-related degree programs that were offered 100% online by California colleges and universities. That was an increase of 884% from completions reported in 2016.
Schools with Distance Education Completions
Est. Total Online Completions in 2020
Est. Online Completions (Last 5 Years)
Top Online College for Busy Adults & Transfer Students
Franklin University is a top choice for online learners, transfer students and adults who need to balance school with busy lives. Founded in 1902, Franklin's main focus has been serving adult students and tailoring education to fit their needs. Nonprofit and regionally-accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Franklin offers more than 50 affordable bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs — all available 100% online.
Est. Online Degree Availability
100%
Adult Students
70%
Undergraduate Cost / Credit Hour
Best Nonprofit Colleges in California Offering Online Communication Degrees
According to 2020 data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there were 4 four-year nonprofit 4-year schools in California where students completed 321 distance education communication degree programs. Of those schools, 4 were private nonprofit institutions and 0 were public schools. Browse through the listing below to learn more about each of the nonprofit colleges in California offering online communication programs. Tuition shown reflects in-state rates.
Tuition
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
Franklin offers more than 50 online bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctoral programs in California. Franklin University is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all communication programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at Franklin University. In 2020, 15 distance education communication bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 1 associate degree, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Communication Offerings
100%
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
16
Tuition
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
San Diego Christian College is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are a mixture of traditional and adult aged and all communication programs completed were offered online. Bachelor's degrees are the most popular at San Diego Christian College. In 2020, 8 distance education communication bachelor's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 master's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Communication Offerings
100%
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
8
Tuition
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
University of Southern California is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes full-time. Most of the students are of traditional age and all communication programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at University of Southern California. In 2020, 271 distance education communication master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Communication Offerings
100%
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
271
Tuition
School Type
Accredited
Non-Profit
National University is an accredited nonprofit 4-year school where most students attend classes part-time. Most of the students are adults and all communication programs completed were offered online. Master's degrees are the most popular at National University. In 2020, 26 distance education communication master's degrees were completed. In addition, 0 associate degrees, 0 bachelor's degrees, and 0 doctoral degrees were completed as distance education programs.
Est. Online Communication Offerings
100%
Est. Online Completions By Degree Type
26
Affordable Online Communication Degree Programs in California
Wondering what you can expect to pay for an online communication degree in California, or which online California schools have the most affordable options? According to undergraduate tuition data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the average tuition at California's 4-year nonprofit schools is $28,360. The average tuition at 4-year for-profit schools in California is N/A, while tuition at 2-year online colleges and universities is N/A.
4-Year Nonprofit
4-Year For-Profit
2-Year
Accredited Colleges for Online Communication Degrees in California
Earning a college degree is an investment — and earning an online communication degree from an accredited university is one of the best ways to ensure your education is of high quality. Accredited universities are held to rigorous standards by state and regional bodies and undergo regular reviews to verify that their processes and academic programs meet the proper standards.
Wondering if a certain college or university in California is accredited? View a list of accredited online communication colleges and universities in California here. We've made it easy to find your school by breaking down the list by school type.
- National University
- San Diego Christian College
- University of Southern California
- Franklin University
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