Communications Degree

The communications program at Coe 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 Iowa colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Coe College

1550 Clarke Dr, Dubuque, IA

Coe College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects.

The school is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, which is a predominantly urban area.  Coe College maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over a thousand students enroll at Coe College per year.

Areas of study available at Coe College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school.

A score between 1500 to 1910 on the SAT, or 24 to 28 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. An estimated 60 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Coe College, with 23 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found via the school's primary portal or by requesting it via our portal.

The cost of tuition is nearly $36,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $3,700. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Coe College is the "Kohawks", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

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

Students may visit coe.edu to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Coe 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

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $45930

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