Community Organization and Advocacy Degree

The comprehensive Community Organization and Advocacy degree track is a field of study punctuated by activity of a group to influence others. In other words, community organization and advocacy groups strive to help positively influence social, political, economic, and institutional change. Get more details below including other New Mexico colleges that offer community organization and advocacy degrees.

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Prescott College

Also known as Prescot College

4400 Cutler Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM

Prescott College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Prescott, Arizona and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Prescott College exceeds 1,100 per year.

Areas of study available at PC include:

• Natural Resources And Conservation
• Education
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to Prescott College. A score within the range of 1480 - 1890 on the SAT, or 21 - 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. Prescott College admits around 80 percent of applicants. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 19 percent attended the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $30,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,300 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Students Enrolled in the Community Organization and Advocacy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Prescot College offers a master's degree program in community organization and advocacy.

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

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albuquerque, NM
  • Total Employment: 380
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $60890

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Description

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, community and social service specialists, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albuquerque, NM
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $40970

Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs

Description

Determine eligibility of persons applying to receive assistance from government programs and agency resources, such as welfare, unemployment benefits, social security, and public housing.

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