Communications Degree

The communications program at University of Missouri – St Louis 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 Missouri colleges that offer communications degrees.

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University of Missouri – St Louis

300 W.13th Street, Rolla, MO

University of Missouri - St Louis provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Saint Louis, Missouri and publically funded. UMSL has an annual student enrollment of over seventeen thousand.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Social Sciences

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. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 460 - 610 for the SAT exam and between 21 - 26 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to University of Missouri - St Louis. University of Missouri - St Louis accepts roughly 70% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, around 41% registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay nearly $9,900, while out-of-state residents pay $23,000 for the year. The price of on-campus housing is about $5,500 annually. Students enrolled at University of Missouri - St Louis may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at UMSL through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available:

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

Students can visit the UMSL website to see a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Missouri – St Louis has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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).