- Minimum of 2 Core Courses from COMM 2201, COMM 3301, COMM 3302, COMM 4401 (6 Hours)
- Minimum of 4 communication course electives, including one of the following theory courses:
- COMM 3303, COMM 3306, COMM 3033, COMM 4405, COMM 4409, COMM 3000 (12 Hours)
- The following do not count toward the minor:
- COMM 1101, 1105, COMM 4500, COMM 3500
What Will I Learn?
As a Communication major, you’ll learn more than the technical skills – you’ll be nurtured as a person. You’ll learn the role and power of communication in today’s disconnected world. Develop a deep understanding of others and become the missing link!
You’ll study:
- Language-based human identity
- Communication theory and ethics
- Speaking, writing, and media
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Persuasion and responsible rhetoric
- Leadership and organizational communication
- The power and influence of words
Program Highlights
PURSUE YOUR PASSION
Choose a concentration to specialize your studies.
PREPARE FOR YOUR CAREER
Gain experience through a hands-on internship.
SAVE TIME
Earn your degree in three years to save time, money, and start your career.
How Much Will I Pay?
Total Program
Sticker Price for 2026-2027:
$55,781
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$23,345
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Internships
- Roberts Wesleyan University
- American Red Cross
- BOA Editions
- Butler/Till
- Catholic Family Center
- District Attorney’s Office
- Dixon Schwabl and Company
- George Eastman House
- GEVA Theatre
- Jewish Community Center
- Make-A-Wish Foundation
- Open Door Mission
- Premier HRSolutions
- Rochester Broadway Theater League
- Rochester sports teams
- Rochester's Mayor's Office
- WHAM-TV
- WXXI
Careers
- City Human Resources Manager
- College/University Professor
- Director of Community Relations
- Director of Web Experience & Social Media
- Employee Relations Director
- Entrepreneur
- Financial Planner
- Government Affairs Lawyer
- Guidance Counselor
- Healthcare Administrator
- Librarian
- Marketing Assistant
- Overseas English Teacher
- Pastor/Minister
- Researcher
- Sales Manager
- Senior Digital Strategist
- Social Media Manager
Graduate Schools
- Roberts Wesleyan University
- Clemson University
- Duke Divinity School
- Duquesne University
- Fuller Theological Seminary
- Penn State University
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- SUNY Albany
- SUNY Brockport
- Syracuse University
- University of Buffalo
- University of Iowa
- University of Maine
- University of Maryland
- University of Rochester
- Villanova University
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Minor Options
Minor Requirements
Students wishing to graduate with a minor must complete at least 18 semester hours in a selected
discipline. Specific minor requirements are listed within the departmental sections of this catalog. In
order to earn a minor when some of the coursework is also required by their major, students must take
at least nine hours unique to the minor. In order for a transfer student to earn a minor offered by Roberts, the student must earn at least nine hours at Roberts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are examples of concentrations?
Examples of concentrations include:
- Art
- Business
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Gender Studies
- History
- Literature
- Pre-Law
- Public Relations and Marketing
- Media
- Ministry
- Music
- Psychology
- Religion
- Theatre
What are communication studies?
This field focuses on all aspects of communication surrounding the human experience. It is a timeless study spanning centuries and including ever-more-expanding media.
It involves the many ways we communicate, whether interpersonally or in groups, formally or informally, and intentionally or unintentionally.
What is a communication degree?
Through your communication courses, concentration, and internship experience, your degree will provide you with solid preparation for any profession. You’ll know the center of the academic discipline and gain a broad sampling of the field, a comprehensive communication skill set, and professional work experience to prepare you for your future.
The flexibility of Communication studies at Roberts allows you to pursue electives, multiple concentrations, a minor, or even a double major.
Is a communication degree worth it?
Yes! You’ll pursue a vibrant academic major central to personal and professional life. A Communication degree will prepare you for countless careers, jobs, and professions.
Here are some of the careers our graduates have pursued:
- Professor
- Director of Web Experience & Social Media
- English Teacher
- Government Affairs Lawyer
- Grants Manager
- Employee Relations Director
- Founder of a Non-Profit Ministry
- Director of Community Relations
- Senior Digital Strategist
- Sociologist of Care
- Theater Assistant
Can I meet with a professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet with a professor to get an overview of the major and your questions answered.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
READY TO
LEAD
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
I chose Communication because it’s a versatile skill that incorporated my love for writing. [The best thing about studying this major is] the classroom environment of open discussion where we can explore and analyze concepts together.
Follow Your Calling At Summer Camp
Experience what it feels like to be a Roberts Wesleyan Redhawk! Spend up to two weeks on campus when you participate in one of our overnight Academic Summer Camps.
In addition to hands-on experiences in your field of choice, you'll also go on fun outings in Rochester, NY. Scholarships may be available.