Communications Degree

The communications program at Limestone 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 South Carolina colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Limestone College

320 Stanley Avenue, Greenwood, SC

Limestone College provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Gaffney, South Carolina and operated as a private institution. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled yearly at Limestone College.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 15 - 20 on the ACT or 820 - 1010 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. 51% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 37 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at limestone.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $22,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $4,100 for the year. Students at Limestone College may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Limestone College "Saints" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Limestone College offers a bachelor's degree program in communications.

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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).