Communications Degree

The communications program at University of Detroit Mercy 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 Michigan colleges that offer communications degrees.

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University of Detroit Mercy

2955 S Haggerty, Canton, MI

University of Detroit Mercy is a nonprofit private institution located in Detroit, Michigan and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Detroit Mercy has a yearly student enrollment of around 5,500.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1390 to 1870 for the SAT exam and in a range of 22 to 27 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to University of Detroit Mercy. 63% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 26% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at udmercy.edu.

Tuition is approximately $36,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $6,000. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Detroit Mercy Titans participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Fencing (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students who would like to get more about Detroit Mercy may visit their website at http://www.udmercy.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Detroit Mercy 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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $31260

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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $65190

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