Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

Programme overview

The B.A. in Multimedia Communication at Indiana Wesleyan University merges three former majors—Media Communication, Journalism, and Sports Media—into one program with multiple specializations. The curriculum emphasizes applied skills across writing, image-making, audio and video production, social media and web content, while integrating Christian faith into professional practice. Students are prepared for both broadcast and non-broadcast roles in corporate, non-profit and media organizations.

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on a range of media and communication skills with substantial hands-on experience. Program-specific course codes listed on the university page include:

• COM-105
• COM-112
• COM-113
• COM-114
• COM-117
• COM-200
• COM-211
• COM-220
• COM-329
• COM-340
• COM-363
• COM-445
• COM-479
• COM-480
• COM-116J
• COM-116P
• COM-116R
• COM-116T
• COM-116V

For full course descriptions, prerequisites and the complete catalog of required credits, students should consult the university course catalog linked from the program page.

Entry requirements

Admission to the program requires a minimum GPA of 2.6 on a 4.0 scale, submission of official transcript(s), and agreement to the university’s community guidelines and behavioral expectations. Homeschooled applicants must provide a transcript with a 4.0-scale GPA signed by a parent. International applicants have additional requirements as specified by the university. Admissions counselors may request further academic information if applicants do not meet listed thresholds.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly enter roles across journalism, broadcasting and media production as well as sports and church media. The program lists potential careers including:

• Television/Film/Video Producer
• Media Planner
• Multimedia Specialist
• Program Researcher
• Social Media Manager
• Web Content Manager
• Film Director
• Station Manager
• Writer
• Television Anchor
• Radio/Television Broadcaster
• Digital Editor/Producer
• Digital Project Manager
• Director of Media Relations
• Project Coordinator

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Indiana Wesleyan notes that, compared with national averages, its students achieve higher-than-average graduation and career outcome rates and incur lower-than-average student debt. Prospective students should review IWU’s tuition and fees pages, use the net price calculator, and contact the admissions or financial aid office for details on scholarships, grants and aid packages applicable to this major.