Communications Degree

The communications program at Saint Thomas Aquinas 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 New York colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Saint Thomas Aquinas College (STAC)

432 Western Ave, Albany, NY

Saint Thomas Aquinas College is a nonprofit private institution located in Sparkill, NY and provides a large number of program options for students. Saint Thomas Aquinas College has an annual student enrollment of nearly 2,100.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Social Sciences
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students admitted to Saint Thomas Aquinas College achieve an SAT score between 1250 - 1557, or an ACT score within the range of 18 - 23. This school has an acceptance rate of around 81 percent of which only 23 percent chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $26,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. The cost of on-campus housing is about $6,300 per year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.stac.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Thomas Aquinas College 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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $30970

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $59950

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