The Department of Communication and Media offers the Bachelor of Science degree in communication for students interested in the study of—and careers in—advertising, broadcasting, communication studies, film, journalism, and public relations. Chose the concentration that fits your interests and goals:

• Advertising
• Broadcasting
• Communication Studies
• Communication Online
• Film Studies
• Journalism
• Public Relations

Additional Programs

The department also offer a 100% online Bachelor of Science in communication, an undergraduate minor in communication and an online Master of Science degree in strategic communication. 

New Students

A new student beginning study at Lamar University must meet all admission requirements of Lamar University.

Transfer Students

Transfer students or students who wish to enter the Department of Communication & Media programs by change of major must meet the same requirements or hold a minimum grade point average of 2.00 or better. Visit the will my credits transfer page for more information.

Grades of “D” are not accepted as course completion for required classes in departmental majors, nor are they acceptable as course completion for classes to be used as professional electives by student majors within the department.