Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Why Choose Saint Rose for a Bachelor of Arts in Communications?

Good communicators are needed in every corner of the world. Between the popularity of social media, a 24/7 news cycle and the advent of streaming services, the demand for thoughtful and compelling communication has never been greater.

Whether you dream of winning an Emmy or a Pulitzer Prize, The College of Saint Rose’s Communications program will provide you with the tools and resources needed to reach your personal and professional goals.

The College of Saint Rose Academic Facilities

Receive one-on-one support from our dedicated faculty who have a breadth of experience in journalism, public relations, advertising, film and new media. Use state-of-the-art technology and work in professional studios in the Hearst Center for Communications and Interactive Media. The department offers internships at media organizations, such as advertising agencies, newspapers, and broadcast operations to give students the chance to network with leaders in the field.

Communications alumni have built lasting careers with many notable and diverse media outlets, including ESPN, MTV, NBCUniversal, Buzzfeed and more.

Program Highlights

• Concentrations in: Journalism, Public Relations and Advertising, Film and New Media, Broadcast News, and Critical Media Studies
• Dedicated faculty members – each one accomplished in their field
• Internship opportunities with local and nationally known organizations such as WAMC, WMHT, WTEN/Fox 23 News, NYS Assembly Radio & TV, Gramercy Communications, Make a Wish Foundation and more
• Alumni who include award-winning television writers, reporters, producers at national networks and internationally recognized journalists
• Professional technology in the Hearst Center for Communications & Interactive Media: TV and audio production studios, video editing suites, and performance studios with professional sound and lighting systems