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ACCEPTANCE RATE

99.76%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

96%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

20

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,429

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 Lewis – Clark 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 Idaho colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Lewis – Clark State College (C of I)

2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell, ID

Lewis - Clark State College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Lewiston, ID and publically funded. Approximately four thousand students are enrolled per year at Lewis - Clark State College.

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

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • Education
  • Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to LCSC earn an SAT score between 870 to 1080, or an ACT score within the range of 17 to 22. This school has an acceptance rate of around 63 percent of which only 72 percent decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at lcsc.edu.

The tuition at Lewis - Clark State College varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $5,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is around $3,500 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Lewis - Clark State College "Warriors" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Sports available may include the following:

  • Baseball (NAIA Division I)
  • Basketball (NAIA Division I)
  • Golf (NAIA Division I)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.lcsc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lewis – Clark State College offers a bachelor's degree program in communications.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male8
Female5

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Black1
White9
Unknown2

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 C of I, 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

  • Boise City, ID
    • Total Employment: 320
    • Average Hourly Rate: $34.47
    • Average Annual Salary: $71690

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants C of I accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or 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, Lewis – Clark State College may offer services to students like:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assisting students to find work
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Lewis – Clark State College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Cascade Collegiate Conference)
  • Basketball (Cascade Collegiate Conference)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball