The School of Communication provides many opportunities for students to satisfy degree requirements with courses in other NU programs. Such opportunities include double majors and adjunct minors, the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences’ Chicago Field Studies internship program, courses in Northwestern’s School of Professional Studies, and study abroad opportunities through the Global Learning Office.

Special Courses in the School of Communication provide opportunities for students to advance their study of communication through applied learning and meaningful collaborations with peers, faculty, industry professionals, staff, and alumni. They include the Global Media and Communications Seminar, Internship Seminars, Independent Study, Practicum courses, and Student Organized Seminars. Student Organized Seminar Course Proposal Independent

The School of Communication offers dual degree options with the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and the Bienen School of Music. These programs award two degrees, one from each participating school, and usually require five years to complete. Dual Degree Application

A curricular initiative unique to the School of Communication, modules are topically focused learning communities that students may pursue in conjunction with their SoC major. Modules include formal coursework, co-curricular activities, pre-professional experiences, and culminate in a capstone project. Enrollment and declaration processes vary by module. Students are encouraged to consult with the module advisor

School of Communication students may pursue minors both within and outside SoC. SoC minors can be declared or dropped via the attached forms. SoC also facilitates two certificate programs: Music Theatre and Human Computer Interaction. SoC students are free to pursue certificate programs across Northwestern as long as they meet program eligibility requirements. Minor Declaration

Students select their School of Communication major when they first apply to Northwestern and matriculate directly into that major once admitted. SoC students who wish to change to another major within SoC must complete the interdepartmental transfer process. Students admitted to an NU undergraduate program outside SoC who wish to pursue an SoC major must