The University of Arizona Online Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication offers the same educational experience as the B.A. in Communication major offered on Main Campus. With Arizona Online, students can work towards their degree in a flexible, asynchronous, online format. Visit Arizona Online to see if this is the right fit for you.
Program Overview
Humans structure their environment and determine the nature of their relationships with others through communication. This major centers on the scientific study of communication, its processes and effects.
The B.A. in Communication provides you with skills that are useful for a variety of careers. You will learn how to speak and write effectively, conduct research to better understand the world around you, become a critical consumer of information, and apply critical thinking skills to real-world challenges.
You will have the opportunity to take courses in
- interpersonal communication
- social influence and persuasion
- social effects of media
- new information technologies
Because communication is the most basic social behavior and the means by which individuals function in society, its study is relevant to many academic and career interests. However, the major does not focus on specific skills training such as public relations, broadcast journalism, or sports marketing.
Campus Change
If you are a current Main Campus student interested in switching to Arizona Online, please review the Campus Change to Arizona Online form. There are many considerations, including course selection, tuition and fees, financial aid, and scholarships. Please contact an advisor to get started.
Declare the Communication Major
- Complete the online information session.
- Fill out the online entry survey and major agreement (links are available within the information session).
- Review theory enrollment requirements.
- Continuing students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 and no pending incomplete grades to declare this major.
Important Information
- Course Registration: Declaring the major does not guarantee enrollment in specific courses. Registration is filled on a first-come, first-served basis during priority registration and open enrollment periods.
- Prerequisites: Prerequisites apply to all terms, including summer and winter sessions.
- New majors are declared every Friday. For more information, please visit the advising page.
Degree Requirements
Refer to the checklist from the semester that you were admitted:
Advising
Appointments
View advisor appointment availability and make an appointment via Trellis. Watch the Trellis appointment tutorial for instructions on scheduling appointments.
- Appointments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so please schedule early.
- If you cannot make your scheduled appointment, try to cancel at least 24 hours in advance or email your advisor directly to let them know. This opens up time slots for other students.
Drop-In Advising
These sessions are meant to answer quick questions. Sessions are first-come, first-served and usually less busy after the first 30 minutes. You'll remain in the Zoom waiting room until it's your turn to meet with an advisor.
Fall 2026 Drop-In Advising
- Zoom
- Mondays from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Thursdays from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Arizona Online Advisors
Emily Burruel Bonney
