Communications Degree

The communications program at Albertus Magnus 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 Colorado colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Albertus Magnus College

1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO

Albertus Magnus College is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in New Haven, Connecticut, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled yearly at Albertus Magnus College.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Albertus Magnus College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions office. Most students accepted to Albertus Magnus College score in a range of 1295 - 1355 on the SAT. Albertus Magnus College admits around 90 percent of applicants. Of those admitted, around 21 percent enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at albertus.edu.

The cost of tuition is around $29,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Albertus Magnus College "Falcons" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Albertus Magnus College offers a bachelor'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

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

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