Communications Degree

The communications program at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach 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 Florida colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Embry Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach

1658 Kings Rd, Jacksonville, FL

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach has a yearly student enrollment of approximately five thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Engineering
• Transportation And Materials Moving
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Physical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach. A score within the range of 980 - 1220 on the SAT, or 21 - 28 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 79% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 32 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at erau.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $33,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach. The cost of on-campus housing is around $5,900 for the year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach offers several athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.erau.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach 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

Salary & Wages

• Jacksonville, FL
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $34390

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

• Jacksonville, FL
  • Total Employment: 820
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $53960

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