The Communication Program is committed to blending theory and practice so that students can apply their learning to their lives and their careers.
Scholarly research is an integral component of upper-division courses.
Carroll's Forensics Team has won more Northwest Regional Championships than any other team in the region, with students regularly qualifying for national competition. Carroll offers forensics scholarships to promising students in debate, drama, and speech. The Communication Program at Carroll College emphasizes interpersonal proficiency in all areas of communication. Both the Speech-Communication and Public Relations Programs offer students excellent internship opportunities in the Helena area. Carroll's students have completed internships at advertising agencies, political offices, Carroll's Public Relations Office, local television and radio stations, and corporate regional offices.