Communications Degree

The communications program at Wilmington 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 Ohio colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Wilmington College

1055 N Bickett Rd, Wilberforce, OH

Wilmington College is a nonprofit private institution located in Wilmington, Ohio and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Wilmington College.

Areas of study available at Wilmington College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Agriculture Operations
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students admitted to Wilmington College earn an SAT score between 840 - 1070, or an ACT score between 18 - 23. 90% of students that apply are accepted to Wilmington College, of which 20 percent choose to attend.

The cost of tuition is nearly $30,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,600 each year. Some students at Wilmington College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Wilmington College is the "Quakers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Available sports offered:

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

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.wilmington.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wilmington College 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

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).