Communications Degree

The communications program at University of Wyoming 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 Wyoming colleges that offer communications degrees.

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University of Wyoming

1889 Venture Drive, Laramie, WY

University of Wyoming is a public institution that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Laramie, WY, in a predominantly rural area. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Wyoming. Enrollment at University of Wyoming exceeds 13,000 per year.

Areas of study offered at UW include:

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

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken to apply to UW. Scores in a range of 21 to 27 on the ACT or 980 to 1210 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for acceptance. This school has an acceptance rate of around 95% of which only 42% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at uwyo.edu.

The tuition at UW varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $3,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, and generally costs around $4,100 annually. University of Wyoming may offer financial aid for students that qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The University of Wyoming "Cowboys" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-A)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.uwyo.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wyoming has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).