Communication

major minor
Students give a presentation in class

Program at a Glance

Degree(s)

Bachelor of Arts

College(s)

College of Social Sciences

Department(s)

Communication

Undergraduate Tuition

In-state
$698per credit hour

Out-of-state
$1,297per credit hour

Unless otherwise stated, tuition per credit hour applies to all semesters. In-state tuition includes the comprehensive and technology fees. Out-of-state tuition includes comprehensive, technology and capital fees

Master the art of effective communication in our program, where you'll study messaging within human relationships, communities, and institutions. Gain essential skills in interpreting, producing, and critiquing information related to interpersonal communication, rhetoric, media, and public culture. These valuable skills will benefit you long after graduation, regardless of your chosen career path, as effective communication is vital in any field. Communication will give you the power to connect, influence, and succeed in a dynamic world.

Degree Requirements

In addition to requiring successful completion of the liberal learning curriculum, the major in communication requires the following courses:

  • COMM 201 Public Speaking
  • COMM 211 Interpersonal Communication
  • COMM 222 Media, Culture and Technology
  • COMM 249 Introduction to Rhetoric
  • COMM 452W Senior Research in Communication

Select one of the following:

  • COMM 302 Critical Media Theory
  • COMM 303 Rhetorical Theory
  • COMM 304 Interpersonal Theory

Select one of the following:

  • COMM 402 Media Research Methods
  • COMM 403 Rhetorical Criticism
  • COMM 404 Quantitative Research Methods in Communication
  • COMM 405 Qualitative Research Methods in Communication

Select 18 additional credit hours in COMM courses. At least 15 credit hours must be at the 300- 400 level.

See the undergraduate catalog below for courses and descriptions.

The minor in communication requires successful completion of the following:

  • COMM 201 Public Speaking
  • COMM 211 Interpersonal Communication, OR
  • COMM 222 Media, Culture and Technology, OR
  • COMM 249 Introduction to Rhetoric

Select 12 additional credit hours of communication courses in consultation with a departmental adviser, nine of which must be at the 300-400 level. See the undergraduate catalog below for courses and descriptions.

Course Catalog

Career Options

  • Lobbyist
  • Event Coordinator
  • Human Resources Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • Journalist