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ACCEPTANCE RATE

64.13%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

102

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$12,359

Average 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 Concordia University – Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Concordia University – Wisconsin (CUW)

4425 N Port Washington Rd, Glendale, WI

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Communications program at CUW, 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

  • Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
    • Total Employment: 130
    • Average Hourly Rate: $16.94
    • Average Annual Salary: $35220

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

  • Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $29.26
    • Average Annual Salary: $60850

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates CUW accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Concordia University – Wisconsin may provide student services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Concordia University – Wisconsin is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Northern Athletics Conference)
  • Basketball (Northern Athletics Conference)
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (Northern Athletics Conference)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Other Sports