Overview

Communication studies students have the opportunity to choose a topic for their senior research project that interests them. Working closely with faculty, you will receive mentorship to utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods and dig into the impact of media on daily life.

Recent student projects include analysis of masculinities in Modern Family, how live music builds communities and social connections, and how social media affects self-esteem and perception.

Carry your knowledge into the workforce

Internships allow you to explore different career paths and specializations that suit individual interests. Whether you’re looking for experience abroad, need something on campus, or are interested in virtual internships, your opportunities are endless.

The students have interned with major corporations including ESPN and Disney, worked for local non-profits including the Center for the Homeless and Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and even interned in the South Bend Mayor’s Office with Mayor Pete.

Endless career opportunities

The Communication Studies program at Saint Mary’s College will prepare you to excel in jobs that exist today and those of the future. The engaging approach to communication prepares students for future work in any number of careers, such as public affairs, marketing, advertising, human resources, event planning, or campaigning and speechwriting.

Enhance your career opportunities with a double major or concentrated minor. Whether you choose to pair a communication studies major with a public relations and advertising minor from the department or a justice studies major, your experience will satisfy your curiosity and desire to make a difference in the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mass Media and Society

Critical Issues in Mass Communication

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Communication

Intercultural Communication

Public Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

Regular Decision - Priority Application Deadline: February 15

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

South Bend, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Here are the pieces you'll need to submit for your application to be considered by the committee:

Common Application, Saint Mary's First Year Application, or the Transfer Application

Secondary school transcript(s) in English (please note if your transcripts are not in English, you will need to get them translated)

English proficiency test scores(TOEFL, SAT, ACT, IELTS, Duolingo are accepted)

Secondary school report on the Common App with counselor or teacher recommendation

Personal Essay (optional)

Certification of Finances

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

53934 USD / year

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Out-of-State

53934 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53934 USD / year

≈ 53934 USD / year

Living costs

South Bend

United States

885 - 1432 USD / month

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Overview

Carry your knowledge into the workforce

Endless career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

South Bend

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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