Communications Degree

The communications program at Holy Family University 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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Holy Family University (Holy Family)

727 Goucher St, Johnstown, PA

Holy Family University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Philadelphia, PA, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately 3,300 students are enrolled per year at Holy Family University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs HF offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to HF score in-between 1270 to 1510 on the SAT. HF has an admissions rate of around 70 percent of which only 32 percent decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at my.holyfamily.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $27,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available for students and costs about $7,200 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as grants and loans.

Holy Family University has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and much more may be viewed on school's website at www.holyfamily.edu.

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

• Johnstown, PA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $50560

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