How to Declare

Students who register for courses through Continuing Education are not degree-seeking students and, therefore, are not eligible to declare a major.

Q: Is the communication major for me?
A: Only if you have some communication aptitude, or passion to communicate.

Communication Aptitude Quiz
Students who have musical aptitude often become music majors. Students who have a passion for art often become art majors. But how do you know if you have communication aptitude? Take this quiz.

• Do you like to write your ideas persuasively?
• Do you like to tell a story that will move people?
• Do you like to speak in a way that others want to listen?
• Do you like to organize events or campaigns that accomplish goals?
• Do you like to create interesting messages, either written or spoken?

If you answered 'yes' to three or more questions, you may have communication aptitude! Even though you have a lot to learn about communicating effectively, your fundamental passion will lead you to success. If you have a strong desire to communicate effectively, then we invite you to declare yourself a Communication Major.

(If you answered 'no' to two or more questions, then you probably should not major in Communication. If your passion does not involve either writing or speaking, then Communication is likely the wrong major for you.)

• How to decide which concentration is for you
• Declaration of Major Form