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General Contact
- School Code: 127200
- Phone: (650) 738-4100
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
82%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
24:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,587Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Communications Degree
The communications program at San Bernardino Valley 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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San Bernardino Valley College
3300 College Dr, San Bruno, CA
About
San Bernardino Valley College, located in located in San Bernardino, California, was founded in 1926 and is the fifth oldest two year institution in the state. When first established the school maintained two temporary sites located in high schools and had an initial enrollment of 140 students. The school currently maintains an annual enrollment of over 25,000 students and maintain its facilities and programs through a yearly budget of nearly sixty million dollars. The school has two campuses and nearly a 1000 part and full time faculty and a staff of nearly 500 all working to ensure that services, programs and facilities meet and exceed the needs of current and future students.
Academics
Students will be able to choose from programs that allow for academic transfer or assist in workforce development through training in a high demand field. Academic transfer is accomplished through a two year program that emulates the course of study and curriculum a student pursuing a bachelor's degree would. Upon completion the student will be able to apply to a four year institution, and if accepted enter as a junior to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Students applying to public colleges and universities in California will be assisted in the transfer process by agreements in place easing requirements and guaranteeing admissions if certain criteria are met. Transfer to out of state or private institutions will have separate requirements that should be discussed with a counselor.
Career training programs are aimed at providing educational and skill development that will allow an individual to pursue a successful career upon completion. Courses are mix of traditional and practical settings, providing theory as well as practice in regards to the types of activities and skills necessary in order to be considered for employment. Programs typically take two years to complete, though some may have shorter durations, such as six, nine or twelve months. Upon completion students will receive a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency and assists in the procurement of employment by bolstering employer conference.
Admissions and Financial Aid
San Bernardino Valley College is a public, two year open enrollment institution dedicated to providing opportunities for all interested residents in its service area. Individuals wishing to enroll must complete an application for admission, provide any previous transcripts and standardized test scores, as well as pay all accrued fees. Students may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration, and are also encouraged to meet with a counselor and participate in orientation prior to their first registration.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information provided within which will be used by the school to determine the extent of one's needs and aid program eligibility when constructing his or her aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for every year. Students may be chosen at random to supply additional tax and financial information as part of new regulations governing the disbursement of funds.
Students Enrolled in the Communications Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. San Bernardino Valley College offers an associate's degree program in communications.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 3 |
Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Hispanic | 8 |
White | 2 |
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
Upon completion of the Communications program at San Bernardino Valley College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
- Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 60
- Average Hourly Rate: $14.66
- Average Annual Salary: $30500
- San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
- Average Hourly Rate: $14.72
- Average Annual Salary: $30620
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
- Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $36.86
- Average Annual Salary: $76670
- San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $48.02
- Average Annual Salary: $99870
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, San Bernardino Valley College may provide student services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
San Bernardino Valley College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the CCCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Basketball (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Football (California Collegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball