Send an official high school or GED transcript to McKendree University c/o the Office of Admission. Optional Supplemental Items (effective for Fall 2021 applications)
Results from the SAT or the ACT standardized tests are considered supplemental items and are not required for either admission or academic scholarship consideration.
Letters of recommendation are optional, but may be required for students based on cumulative GPA.
An Admission Interview is encouraged, but optional for all. An interview may be required for students based on cumulative GPA.
TOEFL Paper Based - 520
Computer Based - 190
Internet Based - 70
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo English Test: 90
SAT Critical Reading - 500
ACT English - 20
One of the most widely sought skills in organizations today is the ability to communicate effectively. Research reveals that a mastery of critical reasoning, organization and public speaking contributes to successful job performance. We offer majors that recognize communication as the basis for interactions among all human beings. With a degree in communications you’ll develop skills focused in the following areas:
Problem-solving
Organizational strategy
Listening
Rhetorical sensitivity
Public speaking
Why a B.A. Degree in Communication?
One of the most widely sought skills in organizations today is the ability to communicate effectively. McKendree’s bachelor’s degree program in Communication equips you with skills in problem solving, public speaking, forming professional and personal relationships, and communicating across cultures. This highly adaptable degree program gives you the people skills and business know-how to stand out in your career of choice.
More Info: click here
COMMUNICATION MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 42 crs.
COM 205 PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC RELATIONS 3
COM 255 ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION 3
COM 252 INTERPERSONAL
COMMUNICATION (W) 3
COM 430 COMMUNICATION THEORY 3
COM 460 COMMUNICATION
RESEARCH METHODS 3
COM 490 SEMINAR IN COMMUNICATION 3
FOREIGN LANGUAGE 6
Human Communication
COM 353 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION 3
COM 360 FAMILY COMMUNICATION 3
COM 367 NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION 3
Organizational Communication
COM 305 SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION 3
COM 310 BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL
PRESENTATIONS 3
MGT 354 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (W) 3
Strategic Communication
JRN 351 WRITING FOR NEWS MEDIA 3
COM 315 PUBLIC RELATIONS TECHNIQUES 3
COM 340 SOCIAL MEDIA AND
PUBLIC RELATIONS 3
ELECTIVES 9
Electives: You must take an additional 9 credit hours at the 300 level or above from the classes above or the following:
BUS 324 BUSINESS ETHICS AND CORPORATE
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 3
COM 210 ARGUMENTATIVE COMMUNICATION 3
COM 320 CAMPAIGN AND EVENT PLANNING 3
COM 330 CRISIS AND CONFLICT 3
COM 335 INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC RELATIONS 3
COM 365 HEALTH COMMUNICATION 3
COM 370 TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT 3
COM 375 GENDER AND COMMUNICATION 3
COM 380-389 TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION 3
COM 391 PERSUASION 3
COM 470 INTERNSHIP IN COMMUNICATION 3-8
COM 480 INDEPENDENT STUDY
IN COMMUNICATION 1-4
ENG 360 INTERDISCIPLINARY PROFESSIONAL
AND TECHNICAL WRITING 3
JRN 353 FEATURE WRITING 3
JRN 372 WEB AND PRINT
PUBLICATION DESIGN 3
MGT 204 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT 3
MGT 314 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR 3
MGT 334 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT 3
MGT 340 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3
MKT 205 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 3
MKT 305 CONSUMER BEHAVIOR 3
MKT 320 PERSONAL SELLING 3
MKT 354 ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION 3
COMMUNICATION MINOR REQUIREMENTS 18 crs.
COM 205 PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC RELATIONS 3
COM 251 ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION 3
COM 252 INTERPERSONAL
COMMUNICATION (W) 3
ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION ELECTIVES 9
Communication graduates are highly skilled in fields such as business, law, education, finance, training and development, social services, and religion. Our alumni work in the following jobs in such companies as:
Agracel, Inc., Human Resources
Amcore Bank, Director of Marketing
American Red Cross, Executive Director
Arbonne Independent Consultant, Region Vice President
Bank of America, Corporate Recruiter
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Illinois, President and CEO
Bitrode Corporation, Marketing Coordinator
BKD, LLP, Senior Consultant
Centrue Bank, VP/Regional Business Development Officer
Chester Herald, Newspaper Reporter
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Disabilityworks Resource Coordinator
Don Hedrick Packaging Co., Vice President
Drury Hotels, Director of Performance Improvement
Eastern Illinois University, Asst. Director of Student Life
Enterprise Holdings Foundation, HR Specialist/Training and Development Specialist
Fleishman Hillard, Senior Vice President and Global Co-Chair
Fontbonne University, Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Hylton Performing Arts Center, George Mason University, Development Assistant
Indiana University Southeast, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
Lawinger, Delong & Associates, Associate Lawyer
Los Angeles Rams, Director - External Football Affairs at LA Rams
National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias, Director of Marketing & Communications
Ohio University, Assistant professor of lighting design
Patriot Coal Corporation, Senior Analyst
Salton, Inc., Risk Management
St. Louis Brewers Guild, Director
St. Louis Community Credit Union, Vice President, Community Development
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Director of Communication
The Studio, Performing Arts Director/Instructor
Washington University, Sports Information Director
World Wide Technology, Supply Chain Coordinator
Country Companies, Claim Specialist
Creative Kids, Inc., Director
DITCO, Contract Specialist at DISA
Emerson Electric Co., Digital Marketing Specialist
Georgia Regent University, Asst. Professor
Hub Group, Highway Solutions Specialist
Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice, Aftercare/Parole Supervisor
Lincoln Land Community College, Director of Financial Aid
PAI of Missouri, Community Specialist
RehabCare Group, Community Relations Coordinator
St. Clair County, Assistant States Attorney
USTRANSCOM/ TCAQ-R, Contract Specialist
InsuranceFee: 1,999 USD
