Anoka Ramsey Community College

Communication Studies Transfer Pathway Degree

Program Information

• Transfer Pathway: Minnesota State Universities Designated Degrees

  Minnesota State Transfer Pathways offer students curriculum that is designed to fully transfer to a parallel program at one of six universities in the Minnesota State system:

  • Bemidji State University: Communication Studies BA
  • Metropolitan State University: Professional Communication Bachelor of Science (BS) degree
  • Minnesota State University, Mankato: Communication Studies Bachelor of Science (BS) degree
  • Minnesota State University, Moorhead: Communication Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree
  • Southwest Minnesota State University: Communication Studies BA, Communication Studies BA (Public Relations Emphasis)
  • St. Cloud State University: Communication Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree, Communication Studies Supplementary Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree; Communication Studies Interdepartmental Bachelor of Science (BS) degree
  • Winona State University: Communication Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree (General Leadership and Advocacy, Organizational)

   

• Program Goals

  By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning goals:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the transactional nature of communication and its core principles;
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of the critical role of context in communication and ability to adapt content to changes within interpersonal and public speaking situations;
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of the critical role of culture and diversity in communication, and ability to communicate effectively within and across cultures;
  4. Effectively structure and deliver a message by choosing appropriate organizational and delivery methods to suit the message; and
  5. Identify and select appropriate supporting materials, and demonstrate ability to effectively cite sources.

• Degree Specifics

  • A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
  • A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
  • Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.
  • Satisfy residency requirements. 
  • A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
  • Completion of specific degree requirements.
  • Each state university has specific program requirements for completion. Please speak with your advisor about requirements at receiving institutions.
  • To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
  • The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

   

• Program Requirements

  17 CREDITS
  CMST 2210	Intercultural Communication	3
  CMST 2215	Public Speaking	3
  CMST 2220	Interpersonal Communication	3
  CMST 2251	Small Group Communication	3
  *Course has prerequisite. See course schedule or catalog description.

• General Education/MnTC Requirements

  40 credits
  Complete at least 40 credits in courses from the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). You must complete all ten goal areas and maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA for the entire MnTC. One course may satisfy more than one goal area, but the course credits may be counted only once.
  1.	Communication
  2.	Critical Thinking
  3.	Natural Science
  4.	Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
  5.	History/Social/Behavioral Sciences
  6.	Humanities/Fine Art
  7.	Human Diversity
  8.	Global Perspective
  9.	Ethical/Civic Responsibility
  10.	People and the Environment

  3 CREDITS
  Choose any HPER course(s) totaling at least three credits

• Pathway Plan

  Classes are scheduled for full-time students to complete in two years; part-time students will need more time. For assistance with pathway planning, students should schedule an appointment with an academic advisor. See also the college catalog Appendix for course offering information.

• Program Credits

  Required Courses	60
  Total	60

• Important Links

  Official Program Guidesheet

  Course Schedule

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