Communications Degree

The communications program at University of Dubuque 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 Iowa colleges that offer communications degrees.

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University of Dubuque (Drake)

2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA

University of Dubuque is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dubuque, Iowa, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately 2,000 students are enrolled annually at University of Dubuque.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Education

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 790 to 1010 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 to 23 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Approximately 80 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 40 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,000 annually. Students at University of Dubuque may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The mascot for University of Dubuque is the "Spartans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.dbq.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Drake offers a master'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

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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 650
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $63050

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