This 18 credit hour certificate is ideal for teachers who wish to teach dual-credit public speaking classes as well as working professionals who wish to bolster their understanding and application of communication theories and concepts.
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"My experience at EIU could not have been better. While in the classroom, I got to learn from amazing, engaging faculty who helped build my skills and confidence, and outside of the classroom, I got to be part of an amazing community and make lifelong memories."Joshua NorthamCommunication Processes Certificate | Class of 2026
The online Graduate Certificate in Communication Processes is designed for teachers and working professionals who do not wish to pursue a full master's degree in Communication Studies but want the communication skills to advance in their professions.
View in CatalogFederal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at EIU:
Estimated total for this degree: ~$8,262 (tuition and fees)
Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing. Students who borrowed for the same program before July 1, 2026 may have different limits.
$8,262 total, just 8% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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