WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATIONS
Developing communicators of faith, intellect, and character who radiate light and hope in today's media-saturated world.
Who we are
Recognizing the crucial need to truthfully inform and be informed, the BYU School of Communications stresses excellence in communications by emphasizing personal integrity, rigorous scholarship, moral values, professional competence, and ethical conduct. By remaining true to our guiding principles of broadly educating men and women, fostering respect for free, responsible, and truthful expression, and championing democratic values, we prepare graduates who will effectively serve their professions, communities, and nations.
OUR PROGRAMS
With 6 programs to choose from, including a Communications minor and Mass Communications Masters, you're sure to find your perfect path toward a career in the vast world of communications.
data-content-type="section"
Advertising (Creative), B.A.
Learn to create and deliver persuasive messages through various forms of media.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
Media & Society, B.A.
Hone your critical thinking, research, writing, and communications theory skills as you examine how people interact and communicate in this highly customizable program.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
Journalism and Sports Media, B.A.
Master your abilities to present news and sports information in clear and compelling ways.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
Public Relations and Advertising (Strategy), B.A.
Learn to communicate with the public and various media outlets to help organizations build and maintain a positive public image.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
Minor in Communications
Gain practical skills and foundational theory to enhance any major and prepare for success in communications-related fields.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
Mass Communications, M.A.
Prepare for doctoral-level studies or advance your communications career with our research-based program that allows you to choose your area of specialization.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
Student Stories
Our students are creative powerhouses, having won numerous Student Emmys, ADDYs, Clios, ADCs, and other prestigious awards. View a sample of their works and get ready to be inspired…
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=#002e5d
overrideTextColor=#ffffff
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=false
overrideCardHideByline=false
overrideCardHideDescription=true
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
In the News
Art Alum Kathleen Peterson Tells Students to “Go After Your Passions”
Artist and Illustrator Kathleen Peterson Has Illustrated Over 20 Books and Mastered Several Mediums Since Studying Art at BYU.
Devotional: The gift and power of your light
Testifying of the Savior and His love, Arlene Sewell, portfolio director of artificial intelligence, offered insights to the BYU community about light and the role it plays in a changing world.
Building a sustainable global health workforce: BYU nursing professors piloting program to reduce early-career burnout
With the federal officials expecting an 8% shortage in full-time RNs in the US by 2028, and the World Health Organization expecting a shortage of 4.5 million nurses by 2030, a recent surge in nursing program applications is promising news. But there is a major complicating factor: young nurses are experiencing widespread early-career burnout. Enter BYU Nursing.
Cougar Query: Arlene Sewell
Cougar Queries is a series profiling BYU employees by asking them questions about their work, interests and life.
Professional Labs
Hands-on learning begins right here on campus with our four state-of-the-art labs, all of which have been designed to enhance student learning and provide invaluable professional and academic experiences. No matter which program you choose, you'll have unlimited access to everything these facilities have to offer.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
BIOCOMMS LAB
Cutting-edge biometrics laboratory, including eye-tracking, facial recognition, galvanic skin response, and virtual reality.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
PRAD INTELLIGENCE LAB
Faculty-led, student-run public relations and advertising strategy laboratory.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
data-content-type="section"
DAILY UNIVERSE
Student-produced online news and sports site, magazine, and state-of-the-art broadcast lab.
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideBackgroundColorOrImage=
overrideTextColor=
promoTextAlignment=
overrideCardHideSection=
overrideCardHideByline=
overrideCardHideDescription=
overridebuttonBgColor=
overrideButtonText=
CFAC 100th Anniversary
The College of Fine Arts and Communications is turning 100 — and we want you to be part of the celebration!
Have you been impacted by a college class, mentor, or performance? Do you have memories, milestones, or creative work you want to share?
Join us as we Honor the Past, Celebrate the Present and Envision the Future of the college at BYU. Use the hashtag #CFAC100 and tag @byucfac to share your story.
Explore upcoming events, resources, and more on the CFAC 100th Anniversary page.
Have you been impacted by a college class, mentor, or performance? Do you have memories, milestones, or creative work you want to share?
Join us as we Honor the Past, Celebrate the Present and Envision the Future of the college at BYU. Use the hashtag #CFAC100 and tag @byucfac to share your story.
Explore upcoming events, resources, and more on the CFAC 100th Anniversary page.