B.A. in Communication Studies

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To encourage B.A. in Communication Studies majors to develop communication competence that extends beyond oral communication, a grade of C or better is required in WRT 120 and the 200-level composition course.

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A grade of C or better must be earned in a COM or SPK course in order for it to meet a department requirement. Also, a 2.50 average or better must be earned in the aggregate of lower- and upper-division courses before graduation will be recommended.

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Students who exhaust their course repeat options and have not earned a grade of C or better in all the prerequisite communication courses will be advised that they will not be able to complete the requirements for a B.A. in Communication Studies. The department chair will offer an exit interview and help them to identify available alternatives.

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Honors College majors and minors may substitute HON 211.

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This course fulfills the Capstone requirement. Students will complete COM 490 after completing the core major requirements: COM 206, COM 209, COM 211, COM 213, COM 214, COM 215, and COM 309.

Accelerated B.A. in Communication Studies to M.A. in Communication Studies Program

Any Communication Studies major with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher, who has completed at least 84 credits, may substitute up to 12 credits of graduate coursework in Communication Studies to satisfy upper-division course requirements or the applied area electives for the B.A in Communication Studies. Those credits will also apply toward the M.A. program in Communication Studies.

To track their individual degree progress, students are advised to access their Degree Audit via RamPortal regularly. For more information, visit the Degree Audit FAQ webpage.

The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.