Academics
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Why Choose Communication at WIU?

- Versatile and flexible degree program which can be used as a gateway into a variety of career fields including sales, training and development, public relations, marketing, recruitment, politics, law, and human resources management.
- Well-qualified faculty who have an impressive mix of both academic and applied experience in their areas of expertise.
- Small class sizes that maximize student learning and networking opportunities and promote academic success.
- Learn how to more effectively market your degree in a competitive economy with dedicated department activities such as Career Preparation Day
- Integrated degree program: Graduate with both a B.A. (bachelor's) + M.A. (master's) degrees in just 5 years
Program Availability
- Macomb
- Online
Job Placements of WIU Graduates

- Project Training Specialist, Caterpillar
- Human Resources Representative, Pella Corporation
- Communication Specialist, Culture Programs and Administration, Southwest Airlines
- Social Media Specialist, Therapy Clinic of Chicago
- Creative Program Manager, Google
- Sales Coordinator, Miami Seaquarium
Scholarships

ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã awards over 1,000 scholarships annually based on a variety of factors, including academic achievement, talent, leadership, geographical location, field of study, and financial need. To explore all the scholarship and award opportunities available at WIU, please visit the Scholarship Office website.
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