Communication Studies BA - Juris Doctorate JD 3+3

University of Akron

The BA/JD Communication Studies degree is an accelerated program which allows highly qualified and disciplined students to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and a Juris Doctor degree in six years (180 credits) instead of the usual seven by counting 29 credits from the first year of law school toward the bachelor's degree. The Communication Studies degree equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate the role of communication in society and effectively develop messages to address organizational and community challenges. Students study communication practices, concepts, and theories that can be used to help build and maintain relationships in personal and professional contexts. Communication Studies graduates have strong communication, analytic, and critical thinking skills, which are necessary for success in the legal profession. They are prepared to craft meaningful messages and lead productive discussion and debate in society.

Buchtel College of Arts and Science