Why Choose Bushnell?
Small classes. Personal mentorship. Real-world skills.
Learn in a highly interactive environment where faculty invest in your personal and professional growth. Develop confidence in speaking, writing, listening, and strategic message design through hands-on practice.
Three flexible pathways let you customize your degree: Relational Communication, Public Relations, or Flexible Communication. Build both a broad theoretical foundation and targeted career skills.
Beyond technical expertise, Bushnell emphasizes character, ethical leadership, and purpose. Graduate equipped to communicate with clarity and integrity in organizational, public, and community settings.
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3 concentration pathways: Relational Communication, Public Relations, Flexible Communication
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3 pre-law–relevant courses embedded in the major: Argumentation, Logic, and Advanced Public Speaking
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1 year language proficiency required: modern or non-spoken foreign language study
Internship Experience
Real organizations. Real challenges. Real portfolio.
Complete a structured internship applying communication theory in professional settings: nonprofits, media organizations, ministries, schools, businesses, or government agencies.
What you’ll tackle:
- Public messaging and client relations
- Event planning and strategic storytelling
- Workplace communication challenges
What you’ll build:
- Professional voice and workplace competencies
- Portfolio that strengthens job applications
- Experience that prepares you for employment or grad school
Guided by faculty mentors and workplace supervisors, you’ll graduate with proof of what you can do
What Can You Do with a Degree in Communication?
Students who graduate from the Communication program at Bushnell pursue careers such as:
- Public relations specialist or communications coordinator
- Copywriter, content creator, or social media manager
- Marketing or brand communication professional
- Human resources or organizational communication specialist
- Conflict resolution, training, or leadership development roles
- Graduate study in communication, law, counseling, or related fields
Frequently Asked Questions?
Yes. Bushnell University is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), ensuring that the Communication major meets rigorous academic and professional standards.
Students may pursue concentrations in Relational Communication, Public Relations, or Flexible Communication, allowing you to tailor your coursework to your interests. You can also participate in the Pre-Law Pathway, which integrates communication coursework with preparation for law school and the legal profession.
Communication is applicable in nearly every profession because employers consistently seek candidates who can write clearly, speak confidently, listen effectively, and manage interpersonal dynamics. The degree strengthens transferable skills that lead to opportunities in business, ministry, nonprofits, media, government, and community leadership.
Yes. The major develops essential skills in argumentation, research, critical reasoning, and persuasive communication. Several graduates have gone on to
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