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Mission

The Department of Communication and Sociology equips graduates to communicate skillfully, conduct research, and think critically, globally and missionally to prepare them for service in a variety of careers.
Program Structure
B.S./B.A. in Communication Degree Details
These are the important details you will need to keep in mind as you prepare your application and degree plan.
Tracks
Corporate and Nonprofit Communication
Public Advocacy
Communication Studies
Required
University Requirements: 56 credit hours + Major Requirements: 48 credit hours (choice of 3 concentrations) + Electives: 24 credit hours (B.S. degree)* = Total Required: 128 credit hours
*B.A. degree includes 15 hours of electives and a 9-hour supplement
Example Coursework
Nonprofit Event Communication
Intercultural Communication
Small Group Communication
Business and Professional Communication
Minor Available
Yes
Department
Communication and Sociology
Application Deadlines
Early Bird: Nov. 1
Regular: Feb. 1
National Candidates: May 1
Student Opportunities

As a communication major, you will have the opportunity to expand your skill set and network with co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities, including:
- Professional internships
- Independent and faculty-led research
- ACU Speech and Debate Team
- Study Abroad
- Lambda Pi Eta (communication honor society)
- COSO department clubs
- ACU Speaking Center
Careers
A degree in communication is flexible and equips you to succeed in a variety of careers. Examples of career paths include:
- Nonprofit administration
- Social media management
- Public relations
- Human resources
- Recruiting
- Negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution
- Fundraising
- Marketing
- Organizational consulting