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Program checklist · AA

Mass Communication Transfer Pathway, AA

Anoka-Ramsey Community College · Coon Rapids, MN

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Program
Award
AA
Credential class
ceterms:AssociateDegree
CIP
09.0406
Credits (computed from items)
109
Catalog edition
2026-2027
Checklist type
degree-program
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
172963
CourseShelf checklist
CK_172963_1a4f6e31
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements: 9 Credits

3 items
  1. MCOM 1100
    Introduction to Mass Communication
    As published: “/CMST 1100 - Introduction to Mass Communication”
    3
  2. MCOM 1151
    3
  3. MCOM 2121
    3

General Education/MnTC Requirements: 40 Credits

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    Goal 01: Communication

    0 items

      A. Written (one course required)

      3 items
      1. Select one:
        Not resolved to a course
      2. ENGL 1120
        4
      3. ENGL 1121
        4

      B. Oral (one course required)

      1 item
      1. CMST 2215
        3

      Goal 02: Critical Thinking

      0 items

        Goal 03: Natural Sciences

        1 item
        1. MnTC Goal 03 Course List (courses with an asterisk (*) have a lab)
          Not resolved to a course

        Goal 04: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning

        1 item
        1. MnTC Goal 04 Course List
          Not resolved to a course

        Goal 05: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences

        0 items

          Goal 06: Humanities/Fine Arts

          0 items

            Goal 07: Human Diversity, Race, Power, and Justice in the United States

            1 item
            1. MnTC Goal 07 Course List
              Not resolved to a course

            Goal 08: Global Perspective

            1 item
            1. MnTC Goal 08 Course List
              Not resolved to a course

            Goal 09: Ethical/Civic Responsibility

            0 items

              Goal 10: People and the Environment

              1 item
              1. MnTC Goal 10 Course List
                Not resolved to a course

              Wellness Requirement: 3 Credits

              1 item
              1. Choose any HPER course(s) totaling at least three credits
                Not resolved to a course
                3

              Elective Courses: 8 Credits

              8 items
              1. MCOM 1109
                Practical Experience in Journalism and Mass Communication
                As published: “Practical Experience in Journalism and Mass Communications”
                1
              2. ART 1150
                3
              3. ART 1155
                3
              4. ART 1165
                3
              5. ART 1166
                3
              6. ART 1172
                3
              7. ART 1173
                3
              8. ART 2165
                3

              Program Information

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                Program Goals

                14 items
                1. Critically evaluate mass media messages, applying theories of media analysis;
                  Not resolved to a course
                2. Identify the goals, methods, and histories of various mass media;
                  Not resolved to a course
                3. Identify the components of various mass communication processes;
                  Not resolved to a course
                4. Apply analytical and critical thinking techniques to become more media literate;
                  Not resolved to a course
                5. Demonstrate ability to write clearly and concisely;
                  Not resolved to a course
                6. Identify, explain, and demonstrate what constitutes a professional media story;
                  Not resolved to a course
                7. Identify, obtain, and evaluate credible and diverse sources of information;
                  Not resolved to a course
                8. Demonstrate the ability to tell stories across various media platforms and audiences;
                  Not resolved to a course
                9. Identify basic tools, functions, and goals of public relations;
                  Not resolved to a course
                10. Identify strategies, tactics, techniques, and theories of public relations;
                  Not resolved to a course
                11. Analyze and target messages for diverse audiences;
                  Not resolved to a course
                12. Examine the history and evolution of the public relations field;
                  Not resolved to a course
                13. Recognize and apply the basics of a public relations campaign; and
                  Not resolved to a course
                14. Explore the legal and ethical implications of public relations campaign designs.
                  Not resolved to a course

                Degree Specifics

                9 items
                1. A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
                  Not resolved to a course
                2. A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
                  Not resolved to a course
                3. Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.
                  Not resolved to a course
                4. Satisfy residency requirements.
                  Not resolved to a course
                5. A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
                  Not resolved to a course
                6. Completion of specific degree requirements.
                  Not resolved to a course
                7. Each state university has specific program requirements for completion. Please speak with your advisor about requirements at receiving institutions.
                  Not resolved to a course
                8. To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
                  Not resolved to a course
                9. The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.
                  Not resolved to a course

                Minnesota State Universities - Designated Degrees

                5 items
                1. Bemidji State University: Mass Communication BS
                  Not resolved to a course
                2. Minnesota State University, Mankato: Communication & Media BS
                  Not resolved to a course
                3. Minnesota State University, Moorhead: Broadcast Journalism BS, English & Mass Communications BA, Integrated Advertising & Public Relations BS, Multimedia Journalism BS, Photojournalism BS
                  Not resolved to a course
                4. St. Cloud State University: Mass Communications BS
                  Not resolved to a course
                5. Winona State University: Mass Communications (Advertising BA, Creative Digital Media BA, Public Relations BA)
                  Not resolved to a course

                Pathway Plan

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                  Semester One

                  7 items
                  1. CMST 2215
                    3
                  2. HPER course(s)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  3. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 04)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  4. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 05)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  5. Select one:
                    Not resolved to a course
                  6. ENGL 1120
                    4
                  7. ENGL 1121
                    4

                  Semester Two

                  5 items
                  1. MCOM 1100
                    Introduction to Mass Communication
                    As published: “/CMST 1100 - Introduction to Mass Communication”
                    3
                  2. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 03 with lab)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    4
                  3. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 06)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  4. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 07)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  5. Elective
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3

                  Semester Three

                  5 items
                  1. MCOM 2121
                    3
                  2. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 03)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  3. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 08)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  4. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 10)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  5. Elective
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3

                  Semester Four

                  3 items
                  1. MCOM 1151
                    3
                  2. GenEd/MnTC (Goal 06)
                    Not resolved to a course
                    3
                  3. Electives
                    Not resolved to a course
                    7

                  Note

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                    Source. Anoka-Ramsey Community College, catalog 2026-2027 — https://catalog.anokaramsey.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=5&poid=509. Captured page pages/0078.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.