Communication
Study how people make meaning in organizations, communities and cultures.
Communication is fundamental to building relationships, sharing information, influencing others, resolving conflict and collaborating effectively. As a communication major or minor, you will:
- Learn how to craft and deliver messages through writing and public speaking.
- Research how people and organizations use media to shape perception and behavior.
- Gain hands-on experience in the field through capstone courses and an internship.
At A Glance
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12:1Student-to-faculty ratio
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18Average class size
Possible Careers
Study how people make meaning in organizations, communities and cultures.
Communication is fundamental to building relationships, sharing information, influencing others, resolving conflict and collaborating effectively. As a communication major or minor, you will:
- Learn how to craft and deliver messages through writing and public speaking.
- Research how people and organizations use media to shape perception and behavior.
- Gain hands-on experience in the field through capstone courses and an internship.
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Student & Alumni Spotlights
No one describes the Alma experience better than those living it. Explore their stories, in their own words, below.
The communication major in Alma is structured in a way that allows you to easily combine it with the second major, enabling you to implement your communication skills in another field right away, which really boosts you as a prospective employee.
I was a communication major and one of the things that I really enjoyed about that track of study was the ability with the liberal arts education in particular to take additional classes across discipline like graphic design and things that interested me.
The communication major in Alma is structured in a way that allows you to easily combine it with the second major, enabling you to implement your communication skills in another field right away, which really boosts you as a prospective employee.
I was a communication major and one of the things that I really enjoyed about that track of study was the ability with the liberal arts education in particular to take additional classes across discipline like graphic design and things that interested me.
Get to Know Communication
Communication majors and minors will take interdisciplinary courses, do critical and creative project work, and complete required internships to prepare for professional careers in communication or graduate work.
Meet the Faculty
Professional Development
To earn your bachelor's degree in communication, you'll be required to participate in an internship that provides valuable real-world experience. Find out more about career support at Alma.
Explore the Curriculum
Learn more about the fundamental courses that will offer a roadmap for your academic growth and expertise development.
Critical. Creative. Practical.
As a communication student, you’ll tailor your academic trajectory to your career goals. Alongside our core curriculum and capstones, you’ll work closely with our faculty to choose courses and internship opportunities that reflect your interests.
You’ll survey the principles of public relations and strategic corporate communication practices. You’ll consider how cultural messages and communication channels mold our personal, familial and professional lives. And you’ll examine how communication applies to different sectors, such as sports, health and politics.
What You Need to Know
Studying communication equips you with valuable, transferable skills that are in high demand. Our alumni forge careers in public health, sports and entertainment, environmental advocacy, human resources, counseling, public relations and political campaigning — to name just a few potential professions!
As a communication graduate, you’ll also enjoy strong earning prospects. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the median salary for a media and communications professional is almost $20,000 above the national average.
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Student Organizations
Find avenues to engage with the local community, publish your own writing or help shine a spotlight on campus news by joining one — or more — of our 100+ student organizations.
