Communications Degree

The communications program at St. Francis 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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St. Francis College (SFC)

3261 W. State Road, Saint Bonaventure, NY

St. Francis College is a nonprofit private college that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Brooklyn Heights, New York, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at St. Francis College.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Education

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school score in a range of 1260 to 1540 on the SAT. Approximately 70% of all applicant were accepted at St. Francis College, with 32% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at sfc.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $20,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs around $15,000 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for St. Francis College is the "Terriers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Swimming and Diving (NCAA Division I-AAA)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at www.sfc.edu.

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).