Here are the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes for the occupations that this major prepares students to enter. We’ve also included links to occupational profiles on the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*Net Web Site. For Communications, the Credential Code is 03. The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code is 09.0101 – Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
After graduation from Waldorf College, Communications majors have also found jobs as Broadcast Engineers, Video Editors, Video Production Coordinators, Production Assistants, Producers, Photojournalists, Sports Writers, Graphic Designers, Advertising and Marketing Representatives, Copy Editors, Sports Information Directors, and College Admissions Counselors.
How many graduates found a job in their chosen field or continued their education (graduate school or a bachelor’s degree in another academic major) within seven months of graduation?
59% of those graduating April - July 2010
80% of those graduating December 2009
71% of those graduating April - July 2009
100% of those graduating December 2008
100% of those graduating April - July 2008
0% of those graduating December 2007
92% of those graduating April - July 2007
The normal timeframe for completing this program is four years. Our on-time graduation rate is based on program completion within four years.
Students may choose to take fewer courses per term, extending their timeframe for completing the program.
On-time graduation rate:
2006-07: 94%
2007-08: 95%
2008-09: 90%
2009-10: 100%
2010-11: 95%
Program costs are calculated by taking this year’s tuition, fees and room and room& board charges, and multiplying them by the four years expected to complete the program. Textbook costs and course fee calculations are based upon the recommended curriculum listed in the course catalog, using the 2010-11 rates for used textbooks and course fees. Textbook prices and course fees are subject to change. For majors with multiple tracks, the specific tracks or endorsements used for the calculation are indicated. Textbook costs and course fees will vary with the selection of alternate tracks, Endorsements, or course electives. Transportation and personal expenses have been estimated by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission.
Tuition: $71,600
Fees: $3,904
Room & Board: $25,480
Books & Supplies: $3,255*
Transportation: $5,172
Personal Expenses: $6,912
In addition to grants and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, some graduates use loans to finance their education. The median debt for Waldorf Communications graduates is:
*Print Media, Electronic Media and Public Relations tracks
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