The universities offering Bachelor’s in Communications programs in New York are as varied as the state itself. From the fast-paced world of New York City to the quiet beauty of upstate New York, a wide range of higher education options are available.
Effective communication is essential to many businesses, non-profit organizations and government departments. These sixteen communication programs prepare students for rewarding careers in public relations, advertising, journalism, broadcasting, marketing and other fields.
First, see: Bachelor’s in Communications Programs in New York (A-C)
Dominican College of Blauvelt
Division of Arts and Sciences
Dominican College of Blauvelt is a liberal arts college founded in 1952 by the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt. The college is located on a 31-acre campus in Orangeburg, New York. The college creates programs that promote excellence in education, diversity, leadership, and service. The college strives to foster a learning environment that is both supportive and challenging.
Bachelor’s of Communications
The Communications program uses practice and theory to develop skills in critical thinking, media and message design, cultural communication, and problem-solving. The program consists of 36 core courses. A three-credit Senior Research Seminar is also required. Students are required to complete 15 credits in one of two areas of concentration: Media Communication or Organizational Communication and Leadership.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
470 Western Highway
Orangeburg, New York 10962
(866)432-4636
admissions@dc.edu
Farmingdale State College
School of Arts and Sciences
Farmingdale State College was founded in 1912 in Farmingdale, New York. US News and World Report ranked Farmingdale as one of the Best Colleges in the North and the college is ranked in the top 25 percent of public universities by Business First. Farmingdale focuses on programs that give students the skills they need to succeed through applied learning, internships, and clinical placements.
Bachelor of Science in Professional Communication
The goal of the Professional Communications program is to prepare its graduates for careers in mass media, websites, non-profits and industry. The program consists of 54 credit hours combining coursework in a broad range of liberal arts classes with communication specific coursework including advanced writing and editing, electronic media, communications theory and research techniques. Students are required to complete 12 credits in an academic area outside of communications and complete an internship in the field.
Accreditations
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
2350 Broadhollow Road
Farmingdale, New York 11735-1021
(631)420-2321
Charles.Adair@farmingdale.edu
Five Towns College
Undergraduate Programs
Five Towns College was founded in 1972 to promote creative careers in music, arts, and media. The college is located on Long Island, halfway between the Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. The school uses a hands-on approach to deliver a quality and creative education to highly talented students. The college encourages students to develop skills that will lead to successful careers in the areas of music, the performing arts, media, business, and education.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mass Communication
The Mass Communications major is designed for students interested in careers in broadcasting and journalism. The program develops the skills in writing, verbal communication and critical thinking necessary for a successful career. The broadcast concentration provides students with the skills necessary to become an on-air broadcaster. The college radio station provides practical experience. The journalism concentration is designed for students interested in a career as a professional journalist writing for newspapers, television, radio and other media organizations. Students are expected to contribute articles to the school paper to gain experience in the field.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
305 North Service Road
Dix Hills, New York 11746
(631)656-2110
admissions@ftc.edu
Fordham University
Fordham College at Rose Hill
Fordham University was founded in 1841 as a Jesuit institution. Located on a 38-acre campus in the heart of New York City, Fordham has a long history of providing a strong core curriculum in liberal arts. The school currently has 9,258 undergraduate students and is ranked 61 in National Universities by US News and World Report.
Communication and Media Studies Undergraduate Program
The Communication and Media Studies program at Fordham combines classes offered at the Rose Hill campus with those at the Lincoln Center campus. Degrees are offered in the areas of Communication and Culture, Digital Technologies and Emerging Media, Film and Television, and Journalism. The Communication and Culture major uses a social studies approach to study human and media communications. The Digital and Emerging Technologies major studies emerging technologies such as the internet, social media and video games. The Film and Television major is offered for students interested in film and/or television. The Journalism major is designed for students interested in reporting, writing or creating digital media.
Accreditations
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
441 E. Fordham Road
Bronx, New York 10458
(781)817-1000
knobel@fordham.edu
Hilbert College
Undergraduate Programs
Hilbert College is a private, Catholic college located minutes from Buffalo. The college was founded in 1957 and named for Mother Collette Hilbert who is the founder of the Franciscan Sisters of Saint Joseph whose principals the school continues to embrace today. Started as a teaching college, the school began offering four-year degrees in 1992. The college currently offers 18 four-year degree programs. The school enrolls 809 undergraduate students.
Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media and Communication
The Digital Media and Communication program combines the academic knowledge and practical experience necessary for a successful career in communications. Concentrations are offered in Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing, Multimedia Journalism and Film and Visual Effects. Students in the Digital Media and Communications major have full access to Hilbert’s Center for Creative Media. The Center is available at all hours and contains three high-definition video editing suites, a dedicated audio recording suite, and an iMac computer lab. All students gain experience through a senior capstone project that involves either an internship or an independent project.
Accreditations
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Regents of the University of the State of New York
Contact
5200 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, New York 14075
(716)649-7900
info@hilbert.edu
Hofstra University
The Lawrence Herbert School of Communications
Hofstra University is a private, non-sectarian University founded in 1935. It is located on a 244-acre campus on Long Island. It enjoys many national ranks including being ranked at 132 in National University and 71 in Best Value Schools by US News and World Report. The current undergraduate enrollment is 6899 students. Tuition and fees for the 2017-2018 school year were $43,960 and the average freshman retention rate is 80 percent.
Journalism, Mass Media and Public Relations
Hofstra offers three majors related to communications. The journalism major is designed for students who are interested in a career in print, broadcast or online journalism. Students in this major are required to pursue a liberal arts minor as well. The Mass Media program is designed for those who are interested in media law, management, education, and politics. Students in Mass Media are encouraged to complete an internship. The Public Relations major integrates media relations, marketing and copywriting to pursue a career in public relations in a variety of settings.
Accreditations
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication
Contact
Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York 11549-1000
admission@hofstra.edu
Houghton College
Department of Communication
Houghton College was founded in 1883 and is sponsored by the Wesleyan Church. Houghton offers a Christ-centered liberal arts education with its main campus located in the small town of Houghton in western New York. Houghton has a total enrollment of 1078 students and boasts an impressive 86.5 percent freshman retention rate and a 98 percent employment rate nine months after graduation. Houghton has a diverse student body with students coming from 31 states and 39 countries.
BA/BS in Communications
Communications is one of the most popular majors at Houghton College. The program is designed for students who would like to pursue a career in broadcasting, journalism, public relations, government service or advertising. Communications is an interdisciplinary program built around a core set of classes. The Bachelor of Arts degree requires 93 liberal arts credits and the Bachelor of Science degree requires 62 liberal arts credits. Coursework is combined with real-world experience through the MacIntosh Media Arts Lab, independent collaboration projects with faculty and outside internships. Many communication students extend their interests to other disciplines by pursuing a double major.
Accreditations
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Regents of the University of the State of New York
Contact
One Willard Avenue
Houghton, New York 14744
(800)777-2556
admission@houghton.edu
Iona College
School of Arts and Sciences
Iona college is in New Rochelle, 20 miles north of New York City. The school was founded in 1940 as a Catholic college in the tradition of the Christian Brothers. The school prides itself on creating a diverse and rich learning environment. Iona College currently enrolls over 3000 students in 60 academic degree programs. In addition to academics, Iona has 21 varsity sports teams that compete in Division I of the NCAA.
BA in Mass Communications
The BA in Mass Communications offers four areas of concentration. The advertising concentration develops both strategic and creative thinking. Graduates of the program will be able to conceptualize, develop and evaluate campaigns. The Broadcast Media concentration prepares students for a career in broadcasting, radio production, video production and writing. The concentration in Journalism prepares students to cover stories in a variety of media. Journalism skills can be applied to news, sports entertainment, business news and environmental issues. The concentration in Public Relations is designed for students interested in careers in promotion, marketing, reputation management, social media monitoring and event planning.
BA in Speech Communication
The Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication requires 30 hours of major coursework. Courses are required in Interpersonal Communication, Business and Professional Speaking, Intercultural Communication, Communication Theory and Small Group Communication. Major electives cover a variety of topics such as healthcare communication, interviewing, public speaking, communication disorders, linguistics, acquisition of speech and persuasion. All students are required to complete a capstone internship.
Accreditations
- Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
715 North Avenue
New Rochelle, New York 10801
(914)633-2502
admissions@iona.edu
Ithaca College
Roy H. Park School of Communications
Ithaca College was founded in 1892 as a music conservatory. It has since grown into a liberal arts college with five schools and over 100 degree programs. Ithaca was recently ranked number eight in the Best University of the North ranking by US News and World Report. Ithaca college located in the middle of the scenic finger lakes region of upstate New York. The school is committed to being an inclusive environment that fosters intellectual growth and character development in all its students.
BA Communication Management and Design
The Communication Management and Design program is designed for students who seek a career leading creative and strategic communications for businesses and organizations. The program teaches problem-solving, innovation and critical thinking. These skills can be applied to a variety of communications functions such as reputation management, employee communication, digital design and event planning. The program offers two concentration options. The Corporate Communications concentration emphasizes the skills needed for corporate communications management. The Communications Design concentration provides the skills necessary for the design of messaging, initiatives and solutions in organizations. The degree requires 57 credit hours in major core courses combined with concentration courses.
BS Integrated Marketing Communications
The Integrated Marketing Communications major is a unique program that combines coursework from the School of Communications and the School of Business. Combining public relations and advertising expertise with marketing allows students to pursue a career designing unified messaging to build brands. Coursework includes advertising, copywriting, public relations, art direction, brand design, consumer behavior, marketing and media planning. Students are encouraged to pursue internship opportunities and may receive up to 12 internship credits.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
953 Danby Road
Ithaca, New York 14850
(607)274-3011
admission@ithaca.edu
BA Communication Management and Design
BS Integrated Marketing Communications
Keuka College
Division of Humanities and Fine Arts
Keuka College was founded in 1890 as a private college with the mission of creating exemplary citizens and leaders. Keuka strives to be a global leader in integrating liberal arts, technology, experiential learning, and practice. The current enrollment is over 1100 students on their home campus. The main campus is located on the shores of Keuka Lake in the finger lakes region of upstate New York.
BA in Communication Studies
The program is designed to teach students how to craft messages, simplify theories and communicate effectively with a broad range of groups. The program gives students a hands-on study of public speaking, media writing, digital publishing and human resources. Real world presentation and planning experience begins in freshman year. Courses in management, marketing, and design open a wide array of careers. All students complete a senior practicum and develop a portfolio to show prospective employers. The degree requires 120 credit hours, 90 of which must be liberal arts credits.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
141 Central Avenue
Keuka Park, New York 14478
(315)279-5000
admissions@keuga.edu
LeMoyne College
College of Arts and Sciences
LeMoyne College was founded in 1946 as a private Jesuit college. It was named after Simon LeMoyne, SJ, a Jesuit priest, missionary and teacher influential in Central New York. The school’s beautiful campus is in Syracuse, one of the best college towns in America. The college offers 30 majors and enrolls 2800 undergraduate students. LeMoyne embraces the Jesuit values of educating the whole person and preparing students for leadership and service both professionally and personally.
BA in Communications
LeMoyne’s Communication and Film Studies program teaches students how to tell stories. Through coursework, internships and other activities, students learn to study great storytelling, develop the technical skills needed to tell their stories, study the history and issues facing the media world, and learn how to intelligently handle ethical dilemmas. The degree prepares students for a variety of careers such as advertising executive, public relations professional, filmmaker, radio host, newscaster, editor, sports reporter, political communications director, digital media specialist, event planner and many others. The program allows the student to gain a foundation in all areas of communication while focusing on one area.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
1419 Salt Springs Road
Syracuse, New York 13214
(315)445-4100
streismj@lemoyne.edu
LIU Brooklyn
School of Health Professions
Long Island University Brooklyn was founded in 1926. The 11-acre campus is in the middle of New York City. The Brooklyn campus offers on-campus housing in one of three residence halls. On-campus dining options include a dining all with all-you-can-eat meals and a food court with popular restaurants. LIU Brooklyn’s campus was rated third safest in the nation and safest in New York City by The Daily Beast. LIU fosters academic growth partnered with student development for an exceptional learning experience.
B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders
The program in Communication Sciences and Disorders promotes respect for diversity with a commitment to helping those with communication disorders. The 120-credit program provides a foundation in liberal arts and sciences and builds on that with specific coursework in speech-language pathology and audiology. Students will develop skills to integrate knowledge across many platforms. Students wishing to major in Communication Sciences and Disorders must have a grade point average of at least a 3.0 and arrange an interview with the program director in which an advisor will be assigned. The program is designed to prepare students for graduate work in speech-language pathology.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
1 University Plaza
Brooklyn, New York 11201
(718)488-1011
Bkln-admissions@liu.edu
LIU Post
School of Visual Arts, Communication, and Digital Technologies
Long Island University Post is located on a spacious 307-acre campus on the Gold Coast of Long Island. Residence halls on-campus house 1200 students. An active campus life includes numerous clubs, organizations, intermural sports and a Greek system with five sororities and four fraternities. College athletics consist of 24 varsity teams competing in Division II of the NCAA. LIU Post prides itself on academic excellence and experiential learning, offering over 140 major areas of study. The student to faculty ratio is an impressive 12:1.
Department of Communication and Film
The department offers four Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in the areas of Broadcasting, Journalism, Film and Public Relations. The BFA in Broadcasting prepares students for careers in the areas of digital video, webcasting, multimedia and digital radio. The BFA in Journalism trains students to be strong writers in preparation for careers in writing, editing and delivering the news in a multimedia environment. The BFA in Film prepares students for a career in editing, screenwriting, lighting, cinematography, directing, producing or film criticism. The BFA Public Relations prepares the student for a career in reputation building, promotion, and communication for corporations, non-profits or government organizations.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
720 Northern Blvd.
Brookville, New York 11548
(516)299-2900
Post-enroll@liu.edu
LIU Riverhead
LIU Riverhead is a private university located on the campus of Eastern Suffolk Community College. This unique private/public partnership was developed in 2006 to provide evening and weekend learning opportunities for the underserved population of eastern Long Island. The university is dedicated to providing excellence and access to quality education for those who require flexibility in their class schedules.
BA in Communication Studies-New Media
Students in the Communication Studies program will develop communication skills through writing, speech and emerging media. The program is a 62-credit program designed for students who have an associate degree or 54 hours of undergraduate credit. Students who have completed an associate degree from Suffolk County Community College may seamlessly transfer into the program. Graduates of the program will be able to communicate effectively, both in speech and writing, and use new media to produce communication services and products.
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Contact
121 Speonk Riverhead Road
Long Island University Building
Riverhead, New York 11901-3499
(631)287-8010
riverhead@liu.edu
Communication takes on many forms. Writing, speech, branding and multimedia communication are all vital to many corporations and organizations. The Bachelor’s in Communication programs in New York develop professionals with the skills needed to compete in this fast-growing field.
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