Communications Degree

The communications program at SUNY at Fredonia 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 York colleges that offer communications degrees.

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SUNY at Fredonia

Also known as SUNY Cortland

Miller Building, Cortland, NY

SUNY at Fredonia, a public institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fredonia, New York, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Over 5,800 students enroll at SUNY at Fredonia yearly.

Students can select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• History

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among students admitted to SUNY at Fredonia are within the range of 22 to 26 for the ACT exam, or 970 to 1170 for the SAT exam. This school admits approximately 50 percent of students applying annually. Of those accepted, about 33 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at SUNY at Fredonia varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $6,900 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

SUNY at Fredonia has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

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

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.fredonia.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY Cortland 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).