Communication Studies

Every student can benefit from a communication studies degree.  No matter what you choose to do in life, you will do it better with a thorough understanding of the human communication process. Pair this major with your regular major to create a powerful education. Consisting of only 27 credits, it is easy to manage.

Program Requirements Judy C. Pearson Department of Communication Studies Communication Studies Scholarships Minnesota Transfer Pathway

Program Highlights

• Flexible core that facilitates scheduling.
• Education Abroad opportunities that build global communication skills and perspective.
• Extensive on-campus and community activities that enhance multicultural and global learning and perspective.
• Committed faculty with extensive backgrounds either as a participant in or leader of international study opportunities in Europe, South America, Africa, Asia and Latin America.
• Active student groups are competitive, inclusive and provide leadership opportunities as well as social interaction.
• This discipline is also available as a minor to complement another major. 

Program Distinctions

• Core classes occur in smart classrooms in Riverview, the only campus building on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Ten scholarship funds focus on communications studies.

University Facts & Stats

• 93% of communications studies graduates employed

• 1 million hours of campus, community volunteer service

• $106 million in scholarships loans and grants

• More than 200 student organizations

• Among Forbes' "America's Top Colleges" 

• A 2021 Military Friendly® Top 10 School designation