Communications
Your Voice. Your Impact. Your Future!
Communication is at the heart of everything, and today’s world needs confident, creative, and tech-savvy storytellers more than ever. Our Communications program helps you become a powerful communicator across digital, social, and traditional platforms.
With a degree in Communications, you can explore fast-paced careers in journalism, broadcasting, marketing, public relations, content creation, digital media, and more. Whether you want to be behind the camera, behind the mic, or behind the strategy, this degree opens the door. You’ll learn how to craft compelling messages, build real-world experience through internships, and graduate ready to stand out in an ever-evolving media landscape.
Also Available Online
This program is available fully online — instructor-led, on a set weekly schedule, with the same coursework as our on-campus section. Online students can use tutoring, advising, and campus facilities at any of our four locations.
Study media, public relations, and professional communication through the same online-delivered coursework as our on-campus track.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I complete the Communications program online?
Yes. Communications is offered online with the same instructor-led coursework as the on-campus section, on a set weekly schedule — it's not self-paced. Online students can still use tutoring, academic advising, and campus facilities at any of Iowa Valley's four locations.
What careers can a Communications degree lead to?
Graduates go into journalism, broadcasting, marketing, public relations, content creation, and digital media. The program is built around real-world experience, including internships, so you graduate with a portfolio, not just a transcript.
Does this program transfer to a four-year university?
Yes — Communications is a Transfer Major AA, designed to move directly into a four-year communications, journalism, or media program.
What will I actually learn in this program?
Coursework covers building and delivering messages across digital, social, and traditional platforms — writing, storytelling, and strategy skills that apply whether you end up on camera, behind a mic, or behind a marketing plan.
Do I need prior media experience to enroll?
No. The program is designed to build these skills from the ground up, with internship opportunities to gain real-world experience along the way.
How do I get started?
Apply through PawPass, or schedule a visit to talk with an advisor about transfer options.
Marshalltown Community College
3700 S. Center St. Marshalltown, IA 50158
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641-752-7106
Ellsworth Community College
1100 College Avenue Iowa Falls, IA 50126
eccinfo@iavalley.edu
641-648-4611