Communications Degree

The communications program at Stonehill 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Stonehill College

Also known as UMass Dartmouth

285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth, MA

Stonehill College provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Easton, MA and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Stonehill College has an annual student enrollment of over 2,600.

Areas of study offered at Stonehill College include:

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

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most common scores among applicants admitted to this school are in the range of 25 to 29 for the ACT exam, or 1110 to 1290 on the SAT exam. This school accepts around 70 percent of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, around 12 percent of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $37,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The cost of on-campus housing is around $8,600 per year. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

Stonehill College has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the Stonehill College website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UMass Dartmouth offers a bachelor's degree program in communications.

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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).