Technical Communication, BS

Bachelor of Science

Course Delivery

100% Online
Total Credits

120
In-State Tuition Per Credit

$308.02
Out of State Tuition Per Credit

$400.43

Technical Communication, BS

Bachelor of Science

US News and World Report - best bachelor's 2023

Rapid advances in technology have increased the need to communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences and users. The IU Online Bachelor of Science in Technical Communication teaches you how to create a variety of resources that help others make sense of technology.

As a student in this program, you learn how to develop content for user manuals, online tech forums, websites, training materials, specifications, documentation, and more. You earn the experience and knowledge you need to join the professional field of technical writing and communication.

Your IU Online BS in Technical Communication prepares you for such careers as:

Content developer
Content writer
Documentation specialist
Information designer
Information developer
Manual writer
Policy writer
Technical communications specialist
Technical communicator
Technical illustrator
Technical trainer
Web writer

Degree Requirements

To earn the BS in Technical Communication, you must complete a total of 120 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows:

Technical communication and related courses (60 credit hours)
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics electives (18 credit hours)
General education core courses (30 credit hours)
Related electives (12 credit hours)

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Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

Accredited high school diploma or equivalency exam

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

Official transcripts
SAT/ACT scores (optional)
Essay (200–400 words)

Priority Application Deadlines:

Fall semester (first-year freshmen): May 1

Fall semester (non–first-year students): Jun 1

Spring semester: Dec 1

Summer session I: Mar 15

Summer session II: May 1

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $308.02

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $924.06

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $400.43

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1201.29

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

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Direct Costs:

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Indiana Residents

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Non-residents

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $13,010

Books & Supplies $690

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $13,010

Books & Supplies $322

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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