Communications Degree

The communications program at Baldwin – Wallace 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 Ohio colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Baldwin – Wallace College

Also known as Baldwin Wallace

2600 6th St SW, Canton, OH

Baldwin - Wallace College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Berea, OH, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately 4,300 students enroll at B-W yearly.

Areas of study offered at B-W include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Very common test scores among students accepted to Baldwin - Wallace College are within the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam, or 940 to 1220 on the SAT exam. An estimated 60 percent of all applicant were accepted at Baldwin - Wallace College, with 28 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at bw.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $29,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,700 per year. Students attending B-W may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The Baldwin - Wallace College Yellow Jackets participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.bw.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Baldwin – Wallace 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

Salary & Wages

• Canton-Massillon, OH
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $41870

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