BA in Communication Studies
Earn a B.A. in Communication Studies at Rowan. Explore interpersonal, organizational, and rhetorical communication to build a career across many fields.
Why choose Rowan's communication studies program?
Communication is how we form relationships, develop creative ideas, share experiences, and make connections with others.
The Communication major allows you to explore this central and complex part of the human condition across two main specializations: Interpersonal/Organizational Communication or Rhetoric and Cultural Criticism.
From intimate interpersonal settings, to mass-mediated public discourse, you will focus on the rich complexity of our lived experiences, created by and represented through communication.
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I chose my major because it centers on human interaction and it delves deeper into understanding humans and the way we assign value and meaning to the world.
Tiana H. Mercer County, NJ
My major enables me to be a much better communicator, understand those around me more deeply and apply my knowledge to real-life scenarios.
Kate P. Union County, NJ
I’m happy with Communication Studies, it’s a great major. You have a broader understanding of different aspects of the communication field.
Christian B. Camden County, NJ
It’s a lot of unlearning things and opening up yourself to learn new things that you maybe wouldn’t have thought to think about before.
Autumn B. Camden County, NJ
Ever since I began taking classes and learning the theories and patterns behind the ways we all communicate, I have never considered changing out of the major.
Vincent C. Ocean County, NJ
Careers and outcomes
Recommended for creators, and persuaders who are interested in careers in:
- Business
- New Media
- Human Resources
- Public Relations
- Higher Education
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