Bachelor in Speech Communication and Rhetoric (Bachelor's)

Tuition fees are 18,474 USD per year.

Students study human communication scientifically, humanistically, and critically across many formats, media, and contexts. They learn interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication, plus speaking, listening, and verbal and nonverbal interaction.

The field also covers rhetorical theory and criticism, performance studies, argumentation, persuasion, technologically mediated communication, and popular culture. These ideas are applied in communication settings across many contexts.

For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 80% of applicants.

UNC Charlotte’s main campus is at 9201 University City Blvd., while The Dubois Center occupies 320 East 9th Street in downtown Charlotte. The university connects campus life with city life, giving students access to live events, dining, internships and industry connections. More than 32,000 students and 400-plus student organizations create ways to meet people, contribute and build a community. Charlotte is home to Fortune 500 headquarters, global companies and research partners, extending professional networks beyond campus.

As North Carolina’s urban research university, UNC Charlotte combines teaching with applied work on real-world challenges. It is an R1 research institution, with more than 170 undergraduate majors, over 150 graduate programs and online options for students whose circumstances or location call for a different format. Academic opportunities connect learning with industry projects and practical problem-solving. Graduate programs support students seeking advanced expertise, while undergraduate pathways serve a broad range of interests.

International students will find a city setting with access to companies, internships and regional talent networks. The main campus and downtown center offer two points of connection to Charlotte. Students can choose undergraduate, graduate or online study, then join campus organizations and activities outside the classroom. Application support includes undergraduate admissions assistance, graduate information requests and registrar services for enrollment and transcripts. UNC Charlotte’s location connects classroom learning with the industries and communities shaping the region.