Communications Degree

The communications program at Notre Dame of Maryland 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 Maryland colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Notre Dame of Maryland University

8435 Old Annapolis Rd, New Carrollton, MD

Notre Dame of Maryland University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Baltimore, MD, 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 three thousand students are enrolled annually at Notre Dame of Maryland University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Notre Dame of Maryland University offers:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Notre Dame of Maryland University. A score between 930 to 1140 on the SAT, or 19 to 21 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Notre Dame of Maryland University, with 33 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at ndm.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $33,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Notre Dame of Maryland University may provide financial aid for students who are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Notre Dame of Maryland University participates in athletics through the NCAA's 364 in Basketball.

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Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Notre Dame of Maryland University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $61640

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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 18
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $96090

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