Communications Degree

The communications program at Emmanuel College – Boston 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Emmanuel College – Boston

120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA

Emmanuel College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Boston, MA, the school resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Emmanuel College has a yearly student enrollment of approximately two thousand.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• History

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The most common exam scores among applicants admitted to Emmanuel College are within the range of 21 to 26 for the ACT exam, or 1480 to 1770 for the SAT exam. Emmanuel College accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, around 15 percent enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $36,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Emmanuel College "Saints" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Emmanuel College – Boston 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).