Communications Degree

The communications program at Ottawa University – Phoenix 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 Arizona colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Ottawa University – Phoenix

Also known as OU - Phoenix

2251 E. Navajo Blvd., Holbrook, AZ

Ottawa University - Phoenix provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Phoenix, Arizona and operated as a private institution. The school's American Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. The school enrolls 1,100 students annually, allowing for greater access to faculty.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $11,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Some students at OU - Phoenix may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students can visit the Ottawa University - Phoenix website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ottawa University – Phoenix 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

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