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Online Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations

Develop Real-World Public Relations Skills and Launch a Successful Career

135 transfer credits

B.S. or B.A. degree pathways

CPR exam preparation

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  • Duration2–4 years
  • Cost per Credit$278
  • Credit Hours180

Program Benefits

  • Asynchronous, 100% online coursework
  • Full-time and part-time scheduling options
  • 11-week courses
  • Interdisciplinary, experiential learning opportunities

*Price reflects tuition for Oregon residents. Non-resident tuition is $320/credit hour. Speak to an enrollment counselor for more information.

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Shape Media and Communications Strategy in Any Organization

拥有EOU公共关系专业的在线学士学位,您将在社交媒体管理、市场研究和数据分析等方面建立急需的专业知识,从而在就业市场上获得竞争优势。这个灵活的项目结合了100%的在线课程与现场经验和基于项目的学习,为您创建清晰和真实的社交媒体活动和面向公众的消息。

您将深入了解公共关系在我们的民主社会和数字驱动的世界中所扮演的重要角色。当你毕业时,你将准备好利用媒体平台与广泛的消费者和受众分享信息。

在整个学习过程中,你将建立一个作品集,向未来的雇主展示你的专业知识。该项目在实践和课程的顶点,给您机会与公共关系机构和组织在您的社区,应用您的技能在现实环境中,并为工作场所做好准备。

Excel as a Public Relations Leader

Earning an online public relations degree will set you up for long-term success in a growing and rewarding field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in media and communication occupations is projected to increase 14 percent from 2020 to 2030, with about 151,500 new jobs added to the market during the same time period.1

The skills you gain in this program will help you stand out to employers as an experienced and ethical PR professional. When you graduate, you can sit for the Certified Public Relations exam and pursue roles like public relations specialist, market research analyst, social media manager and marketing manager.

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Interdisciplinary Skills for Professional Success

10 core courses

7 electives

The online Bachelor’s in Public Relations provides a broad-based education that combines topics from psychology, sociology, statistics, communication studies, the humanities, business and public administration. Because our program is offered through the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, you will develop professional PR competencies within a context that considers the human condition, ethical messaging and advocacy.

EOU’s public relations curriculum is grounded in experiential learning and practical skill sets. Throughout the program, you will study current campaigns, case studies, academic essays and more to gain a comprehensive understanding of the modern PR field and build your portfolio. We have also partnered with cutting-edge publishers to design course assignments that simulate real situations for crisis management.

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Achieve Your Goals with EOU’s B.S./B.A. in Public Relations

135 transfer credits accepted

No work experience required

To apply for admission to the online Bachelor’s in Public Relations degree program, you will need:

A completed online application
Official transcripts/GED scores
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*Test scores are only needed for students transferring fewer than 30 credit hours, fewer than three years after high school graduation.

Earn Your Online Public Relations Degree at a Competitive Price

$50,040 total tuition*

$278 per credit*

EOU offers affordable online education options through financial aid, scholarships and benefits for U.S. military service members and veterans. Our programs are among the lowest priced in the state of Oregon. For more information, contact our admissions team.

*Price reflects tuition for Oregon residents. Non-resident tuition is $320/credit hour. Speak to an enrollment counselor for more information.

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What You’ll Learn

The skills you gain in EOU’s online B.S./B.A. in Public Relations program will prepare you to communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders across multiple platforms. Our focus on ethical advocacy means you will have the expertise and cultural sensitivity required to manage narratives and frame issues for the common good in our interconnected world.

Program Outcomes

  • Excellent writing, message development and media production skills
  • Expertise in social media development and management
  • Competencies in research and data analysis
  • Strong ethical awareness

What It’s Like to Study Online

Earning your degree online from Eastern Oregon University is a great opportunity because there are no on-campus requirements. You will have access to the same professors, content and opportunities as on-campus students while learning online in a creative digital format. Our professors work on campus and are experts trained to deliver innovative, engaging online education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Explore answers to common questions about the online Bachelor’s in Public Relations online program. For information not covered here, you can visit our FAQ page.

The online program is designed for professionals who work full-time and is offered part-time with two classes every 11 weeks. To see the curriculum, view ourcourses page.

EOU offers numerous scholarships to incoming freshmen, continuing students and U.S. military service members and veterans. Learn more on ourtuition and financial aid page.

The first step is tostart your application. Find out more about applying on our programadmissions page.

高中和大学成绩单可以考虑少于30 / 4大学学分的申请者。GPA要求包括2.75的高中GPA和2.25的大学GPA。

For students transferring more than 30 quarter college credits, a 2.25 college GPA is required. For students with an AAOT and ASOT, a 2.0 college GPA is required. Review our completeadmission policies在程序页面上。

You’ll complete 17 program-specific courses to earn the Bachelor’s in Public Relations degree. You can learn more about coursework on thecurriculum page.

You can pursue careers like public relations specialist, advertising, promotions and marketing manager, PR and fundraising manager, and communications specialist in for-profit, government, NGO and non-profit settings. Graduates of this program are also prepared to sit for the Certified Public Relations (CPR) exam. Learn more on ourcareer outcomes page.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Media and Communication Occupations. Retrieved fromhttps://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/home.htm.