Public Relations Degree

The public relations program at Clarion University of Pennsylvania prepares students for careers as a promotions assistant, public relations specialist, and public relations manager. The program focuses on theories and methods for managing the media image of a business, organization, or individual and the communication process with stakeholders, constituencies, audiences, and the general public. Program course include: public relations theory, principles of advertising, message design, image management, special event management, media relations, community relations, public affairs, and internal communications. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer public relations degrees.

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Clarion University of Pennsylvania

Also known as Clarion University

539 Pittsburg Mills Circle, Tarentum, PA

Clarion University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Clarion, PA and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately 7,300 students are enrolled yearly at Clarion University of Pennsylvania.

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

• Library Science
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by the admissions office. Most students accepted to Clarion University of Pennsylvania score in-between 1260 to 1570 on the SAT. Clarion University of Pennsylvania accepts roughly 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 47 percent of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at clarion.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay nearly $9,200 and nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. Student housing is available for students and costs about $5,200 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Clarion University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered:

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

Students Enrolled in the Public Relations Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Clarion University of Pennsylvania offers a post-baccalaureate certificate program in public relations.

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

Advertising and Promotions Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or give-aways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, advertising and promotions managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.19
  • Average Annual Salary: $112720

Public Relations and Fundraising Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness for their organization or client; or if engaged in fundraising, plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public relations and fundraising managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 380
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $104510

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.

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