Communications Degree

The communications program at SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill 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 College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill

Also known as SUNY Cobleskill

454 Delhi Drive, Delhi, NY

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cobleskill, NY and publically funded. Enrollment at SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill exceeds 2,600 annually.

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

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Agriculture Operations
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Natural Resources And Conservation

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to apply to SUNY Cobleskill. Scores in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT or 1290 to 1600 on the SAT are required to greatly increase the chance of admission. 36% of those who apply are accepted to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill, of which 68% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at cobleskill.edu.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $7,200, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 per year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,900 each year. Students at SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill may be eligible for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.cobleskill.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY Cobleskill offers an associate'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).