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Communications Degree

The communications program at Mt San Antonio 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 California colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Mt San Antonio College

7075 Campus Rd, Moorpark, CA

Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) in Walnut, California is one of the largest of California's two-year community colleges.  It is comprised of a single campus, located in the San Gabriel Valley, and serves communities east of Los Angeles. Mt. SAC offers over 200 degree and certificate programs.

Over the years, students and faculty of Mt. SAC have received awards of distinction for their academic and professional accomplishments.  Recent awards won by Mt. SAC students have included the 2010 Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, the Guistwhite Scholarship, gold medals from SkillsUSA for vocational students, honors in national speech championships, national titles in men's football and soccer, "Outstanding Performance Award" for the Mt. SAC vocal jazz ensemble, and more.

History

Mt. SAC was founded in 1945 as "Eastern Los Angeles County Community College." It was later renamed for the snow-capped mountain that is visible in the distance from the campus (commonly known by locals as "Mt. Baldy").  Mt. SAC's 421-acre campus was once part of the La Puente Rancho.  There was an army hospital on the site during World War II, which later became a Navy hospital. In 1946, this facility opened as Mt. San Antonio College.

The area around Mt. SAC was not yet populated, and was accessed by dirt roads that ran through grasslands and fields of cactus.  The local area began to develop as Mt. SAC grew in size.  The city of Walnut, California sprung up around the Mt. SAC campus, and the college district now includes cities such as Baldwin Park, Covina, Diamond Bar, Hacienda Heights, Irwindale, La Puente, Pomona, West Covina, and more.

Academics

The Mt. SAC academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall and spring semesters running 16 weeks.  There is a shorter, 5-week winter "intersession" and a summer "intersession."

Colleges and Schools

Mt. SAC has Divisions and Departments, rather than schools, and they are:

  • Arts
  • Business
  • Continuing Education
  • Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Natural Sciences
  • Library & Learning Resources
  • Physical Education
  • Technology & Health

Students at Mt. SAC may pursue professional certificates, Associate's degree programs, distance or online learning, and courses for transfer to a four-year university. Mt. SAC offers "Career Clusters" for students who want to focus their study plan via courses linked to a profession or vocation. Career Cluster course plans may be followed to earn a degree or certificate, or to transfer to a four-year university program for advanced study.

The Mt. SAC Career Clusters are:

  • Agricultural Cluster
  • Business & Computer Cluster
  • Family & Consumer Sciences Cluster
  • Health Sciences Cluster
  • Media & Design Cluster
  • PE / Kinesiology Cluster
  • Public Safety & Counseling Cluster
  • Science Cluster
  • Teacher Preparation Cluster
  • Technology Cluster

Student Life

Mt. San Antonio College has a Student Life Office available to all students, which provides activities and services that make life on the Mt. SAC campus as rewarding as possible.  There are 40 clubs and organizations to join, many social activities and events, as well as leadership opportunities.  Mt. SAC also offers its students many services and amenities such as a Student Center, Career Placement Services, housing and rental information to help find housing in the surrounding community, and more.

Athletics

The Mt. SAC "Mounties" athletics teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, and they have won national championships in several sports.  The Mt. SAC Athletics Department has captured nearly 50 California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) State Championships in recent years, as well as several NATYCAA honors.

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cheer & Dance
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Water Polo
  • Wrestling 

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cheer & Dance
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo

Community Life

Mt. SAC is located in the San Gabriel Valley, an area of diverse cultures, thriving businesses, and centers for science and the arts.  Students at Mt. SAC will have access to local sites and organizations such as The Huntington, Caltech University, City of Hope, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, among others.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male38
Female65

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian10
Black7
Hispanic65
White18
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien1
Unknown1

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

Students who have completed the Communications program at Mt San Antonio College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

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

  • Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
    • Total Employment: 210
    • Average Hourly Rate: $30.80
    • Average Annual Salary: $64070

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Mt San Antonio College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Mt San Antonio College may provide student services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
  • Wrestling
  • Beach Volleyball