Communications Degree

The communications program at Grove City 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Grove City College

7605 Old York Rd, Melrose Park, PA

Grove City College is a nonprofit private institution located in Grove City, Pennsylvania and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Grove City College has a yearly student enrollment of over two thousand.

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

• English Language And Literature
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Engineering
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students accepted to this school have an SAT score within the range of 1119 - 1369, or an ACT composite score in a range of 25 - 30. 76% of those students that apply are accepted to Grove City College, of which 51% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at gcc.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $15,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending Grove City College. Housing is available for students, which costs about $4,700 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify in the form of grants and loans.

The Grove City College Wolverines participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 300
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $61710
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $61740
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $66160

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