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General Contact
- School Code: 380300
- Phone: (360) 383-3000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
55.92%FINANCIAL AID RATE
85%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$25,301Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Communications Degree
The communications program at Whitman 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 Washington colleges that offer communications degrees.
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Whitman College
237 W Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA
History
Founded in 1859 as a seminary in Walla Walla, WA, Whitman College became a 4 year degree granting institution in 1883. Considered one of the best institutions for a liberal arts education, Whitman College is ranked 16th on Forbes' America's Best Colleges list. Whitman offers over 40 majors and 30 minors and boast a 9 to 1 student/teacher ratio.
Academics
Whitman College offers over 40 majors and 30 minors, along with the possibility of dual majors. 98% of the faculty at Whitman has PhDs, and the low student to teacher ratio guarantees a more personal educational experience.
Some majors offered:
- Psychology
- History
- Anthropology
- Sociology
- Theater
Admissions and Financial Aid
Applicants to Whitman College are chose n based on several factors. The courses one takes, the their grades earned, the quality and depth of one's writing, extracurricular activities, recommendations from teachers, advisors or professors, and ones SAT or ACT scores will be factored into the final decision of an applicant's acceptance.
Financial aid is available to students. Interested students should seek out advice from the financial aid office in order to see what options are available.
Athletics
Whitman College is a member of the NCAA Division III, and the team mascot is known as the “Fighting Missionary.
Students Enrolled in the Communications Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Whitman College offers a bachelor's degree program in communications.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 2 |
| Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black | 1 |
| White | 7 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Communications program at Whitman College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Bellingham, WA
- Total Employment: 60
- Average Hourly Rate: $24.67
- Average Annual Salary: $51320
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Whitman College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Whitman College may offer services to students including:- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
Intercollegiate Athletics
Whitman College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northwest Conference)
- Basketball (Northwest Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball