Communications Degree

The communications program at Linfield College – McMinnville Campus 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 Oregon colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Linfield College – McMinnville Campus (Linfield)

0615 S W Palatine Hill Rd, Portland, OR

Linfield College - McMinnville Campus provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in McMinnville, OR and operated as a private institution. The school maintains an American Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Linfield College - McMinnville Campus.

Students may select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Linfield College - McMinnville Campus. Scores within the range of 22 to 28 on the ACT or 1480 to 1810 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of admission. LC accepts about 80% of students applying. Of those admitted, around 25% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $36,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,500. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Linfield College - McMinnville Campus through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $25600

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $58320

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