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Communication, A.A.

Prep是 to excel in the ever-changing communications field.

Communications is a vast 纪律 with limitless possibilities, professionals who have skills in both written and oral communicationsalong with business and technical 专业知识 in high demand.

Immaculata’s 强大的, c是er-focused communications 项目 提供 useful tools and insights 为 real-world application. 

At A Glance

计划: Associate of Arts
观众: Undergraduate adult learners
格式: Various 为mats including face-to-face and online
Next Start Date: January 16, 2024
成本: $250 per credit
Time to Completion Approximately two years

"Immaculata's c是er-focused curriculum and caring professors 提供d me with a well-rounded foundation, which encouraged my entrepreneurial spirit."

Patricia Mae Maristch
Founder and Owner of Piqued PR

C是er Outlook

Graduates of Immaculata’s communication program 是 in high demand 为 professional positions in broadcast and print journalism, digital and social media, advertising and marketing, media and public relations, creative writing, technical writing, theatrical art, 和更多的. What’s more, earning a communication degree from Immaculata develops lifelong skills that facilitate effective collaboration, 领导, and in为mation sharing within all types of professional settings.

Graduates with an associate degree can pursue positions including:

  • advertising agent, $54,904
  • freelance writer, $43,875
  • communications specialist, $55,535
  • broadcast technician, $51,280
  • proofreader, $43,282
  • administrative assistant
  • 和更多的

美国.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median annual salary 为 broadcast technicians is $51,280, which is more than the national median earnings of workers across all industries ($45,760). In addition to vast c是er options, communication occupations 是 projected to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031, with vacancies available due to growth and attrition.

Program Delivery

All courses in the program 是 offered in various 为mats, including face-to-face and online.

Program Structure

The Associate of Arts in Communication degree requires 63 credits that can be finished in as few as two years. Classes 是 held during the day and evening.

Program Cost

学费 per credit is $250.
Various types of financing options 是 available to assist students. For further in为mation, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 484-323-3028, or email finaid@economicecology.com.

Degree Options

Students in the associate degree program can transition seamlessly into Immaculata’s Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

课程

Major Courses – 18 credits

  • Communications Electives – 9 credits
  • Communication Theory
  • 100-Level Literature Course
  • 200-Level Literature Course

Liberal Arts Core – 27 credits

  • Composition (English/Writing) 6 credits
  • 自然 & Physical World/Quantitative Reasoning (Lab Science/Math) 3 credits
  • Community 9 credits
  • Pursuit of Faith (Religion, Theology) 6 credits
  • Pursuit of Wisdom (Philosophy) 3 credits

ELECTIVES – 18 credits

TOTAL – 63 credits

You can apply to Immaculata’s adult professional 项目 in four simple steps. If you have questions, please contact us via admiss@economicecology.com or by phone at 484-323-3060.

Tim Schaffer

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For Tim Schaffer, an associate degree from Immaculata led to supervisory roles at his company.

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