Communications Degree

The communications program at Keene State 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Keene State College (KSC)

105 Main St., Thompson Hall, Durham, NH

KSC is a public institution located in Keene, New Hampshire and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Around five thousand students enroll at Keene State College yearly.

Areas of study offered at Keene State College include:

• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Engineering Technology
• Education
• Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1350 - 1650 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 23 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to this school. KSC has an acceptance rate of around 75% of which only 24% decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at keene.edu.

The tuition at Keene State College varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $13,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 annually. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $6,300 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.

The KSC "Owls" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

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

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Keene State 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).