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Communication studies

School of Liberal Arts

The Department of Communication Studies is one of the largest departments in the School of Liberal Arts. In the department, you will find rigorous collaborative learning environments, internationally recognized teaching and research faculty, and engaged students.

Courses and degree programs range from the study of health, media, political, organizational, and intercultural communication to the pursuit of democratic citizenship and civic engagement. Choosing communication studies as your major will open doors to a rich and exciting area of study that will help you develop intellectually and professionally. The more engaged you are in the department, the better your educational experience at IU Indianapolis will be.

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One of the most difficult tasks of being a college student is figuring out what classes to take and when to take them. In order to make the process a little easier, each major at IU Indianapolis has its own degree map outlining the path you should take to graduate as quickly as possible.

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Communication studies

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Communication studies

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Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Complete at least 12 IU credit hours

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Arts, Humanities, and Human Services Cluster

This major is part of the Arts, Humanities, and Human Services (AHHS) cluster. The AHHS cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in art and design, education, general studies, journalism, liberal arts, and social work. The AHHS cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.

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