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Undergraduate Degree Programs

Communication Studies examines the creation, expression, analysis and impact of messages. Communication Studies students investigate communication processes within and among individuals, groups, organizations, and societies. They explore verbal and nonverbal communication, organizational and business communication, rhetoric and criticism, argumentation and persuasion, and communication technology. Communication Studies majors learn principles and practical skills useful for careers in business, industry, government, nonprofit organizations, social services, and education. Graduates enter such professions as law, business, public relations, human resources, training and development, marketing and sales, public administration, politics, and health communication.

The Department of Communication Studies offers undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree.

Communication Studies Major - Areas of Specialization

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Organizational Communication
  • Persuasive Communication

The degree checklist is designed to summarize your degree requirements. Consult your catalog or official degree outline for official degree requirement.

Communication Studies Major - Teacher Certification

The degree checklist is designed to summarize your degree requirements. Consult your catalog or official degree outline for official degree requirement.