by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how COD ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in communication sciences.
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The bachelor's program at COD was ranked #89 on College Factual's Best Schools for communication sciences list.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at COD paid an average of $417 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $347 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,510 | $11,610 |
| Fees | $900 | $900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,410 | $1,410 |
Learn more about COD tuition and fees.
Online degrees for the COD communication sciences bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the COD Online Learning page.
All of the 10 students who graduated with a Associate’s in communication sciences from COD in 2022 were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from College of DuPage with a associate's in communication sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Allied Health Professions | 310 |
| Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 154 |
| Nursing | 110 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 91 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services | 70 |