Transfer Planning for Communication Studies, B.A.
SUNY Cortland recommends that students complete the following courses prior to transfer. The transfer credit limit from a 2-year college is 64 credits. Of those, 19 major-required credits can be transferred. Students who complete their General Education requirements prior to transfer will have their General Education requirements met at SUNY Cortland.
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Cortland Degree Requirements |
Complete at current college |
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Communication 1 (GEC1): CPN 100 Writing Studies I |
_________ (GE required) |
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Communication 2 (GEC2): CPN 101 Writing Studies II |
_________ (GE required) |
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Communication – Presentation (GECP): |
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Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (GEDI): |
_________ (GE required) |
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Mathematics (GEMA): |
_________ (GE required) |
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Natural Sciences (GENS) (3-4 cr.): |
_________ (GE required) |
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Humanities (GEHU): COM 100 Human Communication |
_________ (major required) |
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Social Sciences (GESS): COM 301 Mass Media and Society |
_________ (major required) |
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The Arts (GEAR): |
__________________ |
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US History & Civic Engagement (GEUS): COM 200 U.S. Media History |
_________ (major required) |
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World History & Global Awareness (GEWH): |
__________________ |
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World Languages (GEWL): (Sign language is acceptable) |
_______ Level I (required for B.A.) _______ Level II (required for B.A.) _______ Level III (required for B.A.) _______ Level IV (required for B.A.) |
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Cortland Major Requirements |
Complete at current college |
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COM 203 Introduction to Media Writing |
___________________ |
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COM 400 Communication Law and Ethics |
___________________ |
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COM 342 Video Production (elective) |
___________________ |
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COM 353 Video Postproduction (elective) |
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*For more information about transfer equivalencies, please visit SUNY Transfer Path.
Communication Studies
School of Arts and Sciences
The program requirements pertain to the Undergraduate Catalog and are intended as a guide for academic planning. Students currently on SUNY campuses should consult their academic advisor for additional choices in general education categories when any course is recommended.
- To view all required courses for the program and Cortland’s General Education courses, see the most current undergraduate Catalog.
- Students can choose to add a concentration to this program. You can choose from Journalism; Media Production; or Public Relations and Advertising.
- Use the transfer equivalency tables to choose equivalents at your transfer college.
- If you plan to transfer before you complete your associate’s degree, you can still earn your degree via Reverse Transfer.
About Communication Studies
Hone your critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. Core courses will provide you with a strong foundation in all aspects of human communication. Design a program of study that meets your personal learning objectives and career goals when you choose elective courses within the major.
Career Potential
- Advertising
- Business
- Government
- Journalism
- Media production
- Public relations
What Will I Learn?
When you choose communication studies, you will:
- have a greater understanding of the role that communication plays in shaping culture and identity.
- look at the ways in which the process of meaning-making — whether through the use of words, images, symbols or technology — is used strategically to influence human judgment and actions.
- sharpen your critical thinking abilities, allowing you to become an ethical producer and consumer of messages.
Applying to Cortland
- SUNY Cortland accepts the Common Application and the SUNY Online application. Choose just one way to apply; both require a $50 non-refundable application fee.
- If you apply to Cortland using the SUNY application, SUNY will waive the $50 application fee for transfer students graduating with an associate degree from a SUNY or CUNY college, who apply directly to Cortland for baccalaureate programs.
- Fall applicants should apply by June 1. Spring applications should apply by November 1.
- After applying, students must send transcripts from all colleges attended and a high school transcript.