Communications Degree

The communications program at Ancilla College prepares the student to enter the fields of advertising, marketing, organizational communication, public relations, publishing, human resources, law, criminal justice, politics, public administration, and more. The program focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Program courses include: intercultural communication, speaking and listening, verbal and nonverbal interaction, rhetorical theory and criticism, argumentation and persuasion, technologically mediated communication, and popular culture. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Ancilla College

Also known as Harper College

1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL

Ancilla College operates as a two year career college that offers training and education opportunities for its students in Donaldson and surrounding areas. Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

• Health and Clinical Professions
• Business and Marketing Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Security and Protective Services

Over the previous several years Ancilla College has granted degrees to more than 180 students. Ancilla College has listed over twenty different programs available to students, with an Associates degree being the highest level offered. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Nursing
• Business Administration
• Health Services
• Behavioral Science
• General Studies

To help students and recent graduates, Ancilla College may offer support services including:

• Online classes
• Weekend and night classes available
• Remedial courses
• Academic counseling for students

The last reported accreditation for Ancilla College was done by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission. Please visit ancilla.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ancilla College offers an associate's degree program in communications.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Radio and Television Announcers

Description

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Public Address System and Other Announcers

Description

Make announcements over public address system at sporting or other public events. May act as master of ceremonies or disc jockey at weddings, parties, clubs, or other gathering places.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public address system and other announcers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $53600

Public Relations Specialists

Description

Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public relations specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $64040
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $43540
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 260
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $68780

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).