Communications Degree

The communications program at University of Dayton 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 Ohio colleges that offer communications degrees.

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University of Dayton

2741 C Lyons Road, Miamisburg, OH

University of Dayton is a nonprofit private institution that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dayton, Ohio, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at UD yearly.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Education
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to University of Dayton. Scores between 24 to 29 on the ACT or 1060 to 1260 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for admission. University of Dayton accepts approximately 80% of applicants. Of those accepted, around 22% of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at udayton.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $35,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $6,800. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Dayton is the "Flyers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

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

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Dayton has offered the following degree 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).