Communications Degree

The communications program at Suffolk University 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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Suffolk University

320 Washington Street, Easton, MA

Suffolk University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Boston, Massachusetts and operated as a private institution. Approximately 9,100 students are enrolled per year at Suffolk University.

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

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Social Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The most common exam scores among students admitted to Suffolk University are between 21 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 1370 - 1710 on the SAT exam. 79% of those students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 17 percent choose to enroll.  Additional admissions information can be obtained by simply calling SU or by completing the form on this page.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $33,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $13,000 per year. Some students at Suffolk University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Suffolk University Rams participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at suffolk.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Suffolk University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).