Academic Advising

Schedule an Academic Advising Appointment

Advisor: Steffie Halverson
Academic Advising Appointments (Teams, Phone & In-Person): Starfish
Phone: 608-262-2285
Office: 6114 Vilas (If you’re not feeling well, please reschedule or switch to a Teams or phone meeting.)

E-mail: advising@commarts.wisc.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

Advisor: Mary Rossa
Advising Appointments (Teams, Phone, In-Person): Starfish
Phone: 608-262-0992
Office: 6068 Vilas Hall (If you’re not feeling well, please reschedule or switch to a Teams or phone meeting.)

E-mail: advising@commarts.wisc.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

Transfer Students

Transferring to UW-Madison is an exciting time in your life. You’ll be taking new courses, meeting new people, and exploring a new major. Below, you’ll find resources and suggestions to help make your transition as smooth as possible.

General Transfer Information

Visit the Office of Admissions website for the following information:

  • Application materials and deadlines
  • UW-Madison requirements for admission (GPA, required coursework, course breadth, etc.)
  • Test credit (AP, IB, CLEP)
  • Transfer credit – After you’ve been offered admission and you’ve confirmed your intent to enroll, the Office of Admissions will perform an official evaluation of your transfer credit. In the meantime, check Transferology see if your school(s) and courses are listed.

Visit the Transfer Transition Program website for the following information:

  • Schedule campus visits
  • Campus Housing
  • Financial Aid
  • Connect with other transfer students

Communication Arts Major Transfer Information

At UW-Madison, students pursuing a Communication Arts major focus their studies in one of two areas: Communication Science and Rhetorical Studies or Radio-Television-Film. In addition to the major requirements, students must complete either the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I meet with a Communication Arts advisor before transferring?

Yes. Students should email a Communication Arts advisor at advising@commarts.wisc.edu to set up an appointment. Please bring the following information with you to the appointment:

  • Unofficial transcript from current institution
  • List of how courses will transfer to UW-Madison using Transferology
  • If transferring from a UW System School, create a transfer plan

Should I take Comm Arts courses before transferring to UW-Madison?

We recommend that students limit the number of Comm Arts courses they take to no more than two. Students should take courses to satisfy BA or BS degree requirements before transferring.

How will my communication courses transfer to UW-Madison?

The UW-Madison Office of Admissions will evaluate your courses for equivalencies. For a course to count towards the Communication Arts major, it must be assigned the subject code of COM ARTS and be numbered 200 or higher or equated as a COMM ARTS ELECTIVE.

Which Comm Arts Major courses should I enroll in my first semester on campus?

We recommend that you enroll in either Comm Arts 250 (Survey of Contemporary Media) or 260 (Communication and Human Behavior), depending on which major concentration you wish to pursue. Since these are the foundation courses for the major, they provide a great introduction to the major.

What can I do with a Communication Arts major?

Communication Arts alumni have gone on to careers in advertising, business, law, information technology, education, government, health, human resources, non-profit, publishing, research, sales, and entertainment. Learn more about internship opportunities and careers.

Tips for Success

  • Limit yourself to two Comm Arts courses at your current institution.
  • Meet with a Communication Arts advisor after getting settled on campus to learn more about the major and strategize about course selection.
  • Do not discard syllabi from any institution until you graduate and are sure you do not need them.
  • If you are considering studying abroad, start planning now.
  • Get involved in campus life.

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Prospective Students

Choosing which college to attend after you graduate from high school is exciting. You’ll find communication programs vary from university to university. At UW-Madison, students pursuing a Communication Arts major focus their studies in one of two areas: Communication Science and Rhetorical Studies or Radio-Television-Film.

Learn more about courses, internships, and careers.

Degree Requirement for Students in the College of Letters and Science

Students pursuing a Communication Arts major may complete either a bachelor of arts or a bachelor of science.

Information on Applying to UW-Madison

Visit the Office of Admissions page for information about application deadlines, tuition costs, academic programs, student life, and much more.

Schedule a time to tour campus.

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