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ACCEPTANCE RATE

85.79%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

81%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

22:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

6

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,460

Average 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 California State University – Channel Islands 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 Nevada colleges that offer communications degrees.

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California State University – Channel Islands

Also known as CSU Channel Islands

1125 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV

California State University - Channel Islands is a public school that has a large selection of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Camarillo, California, in a predominantly rural area. Around three thousand students enroll at California State University - Channel Islands per year.

Students may select from many areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Visual And Performing Arts
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to CI. Scores within the range of 16 - 22 on the ACT or 870 - 1080 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. CI admits around 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 16 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at csuci.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $9,500. Students attending CI may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students may visit the school's http://www.csuci.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CSU Channel Islands offers a bachelor's degree program in communications.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male78
Female85

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Asian2
Black9
Hispanic68
White61
Multiple Races8
Non Resident Alien3
Unknown11

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 CSU Channel Islands, 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

Salary & Wages

  • Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
    • Total Employment: 140
    • Average Hourly Rate: $14.46
    • Average Annual Salary: $30080

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

  • Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
    • Total Employment: 890
    • Average Hourly Rate: $25.61
    • Average Annual Salary: $53260

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates CSU Channel Islands accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, California State University – Channel Islands may offer services to students like:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation