Minor Available
125 credits
125 credits
required for program
Minor Available
Minor Available
Inform and shape perceptions and behavior with effective communication through a broad range of channels. Learn the power of relationships and leadership built on truth and ethics. The communication studies degree prepares you with foundational communication principles and relational communication skills for a wide variety of careers that involve communicating, leading, and training people.
of Communication studies graduates found employment
of Northwestern’s communication studies graduates felt professionally prepared by their education
of seniors grew in their relationship with God during their time at Northwestern
Get hands-on experience in film, television, radio, newspaper, and photojournalism. Our experienced professors teach from a biblical worldview, approaching communication with truth, ethics, and an attitude of service.
Our students work with faculty members to conduct practical research. Recently, students assisted faculty in researching social media and gender and racial equality in communication.
You will complete two internships in this major, which provides an opportunity for real-world application as you build your professional network in the field. With campus close to downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, students can take advantage of opportunities in Minnesota’s thriving business and communication industries.
If you are motivated, want to help organizations reach the rest of the world with persuasive messages, and want the ability to share the gospel across the globe, this might be the right degree for you.
You will gain strong written and verbal communication skills and learn to convey persuasive messages in a clear and concise manner.
Some classes include:
There are a variety of career and academic pathways that begin with a degree in communication studies.
Discover CareersProfessors at Northwestern are focused on their students first. Our faculty include experts in their respective fields who want to help you grow in your faith while you earn your degree.
Jacqueline Glenny has taught at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul for over 20 years. She has a...
Eric Netterlund has 7 years of experience teaching Communication Studies courses. Before coming to...
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