Communication Arts
Learn about communication while taking classes in film, digital media, journalism, literature, and creative writing.
Communication Arts B.A. Degree
The Bachelor of Arts in communications gives students a foundational understanding of human communication and provides the opportunity to understand humans as thinkers and storytellers, in personal interaction, media, and writing. Students can take courses in film, digital media, journalism, literature, and creative writing and can learn about communication in a variety of professional and creative contexts.
Because of its flexibility, this bachelor of arts in communication arts is also ideal for students who have completed a two-year degree in another field and are intending to transfer to Keystone College.
Communications A.A. Degree
The communications curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation that will prepare them to continue baccalaureate studies in corporate communications, English, journalism, creative writing, digital media and/or radio broadcasting.
94% Success Rate
94% of bachelor’s degree students reported successful outcomes within six months of graduation.
WKCV Radio
The Voice of Keystone College, a student-run, on-campus, radio station.
The Keystone Players Theatre Group
Productions are open to all students, alumni, administrators, faculty, and staff.
The Key
Keystone College’s official student newspaper.
The Plume
AÂ student literary and art magazine.
Communications Internships
Students majoring in Communication Arts are required to pursue an internship or co-op experience before completing their degree. Our students have done exciting internships at various places including Atlantic Recording Corp., Dateline NBC, FOX 56/WB 38, Happenings Magazine, The Conan O’Brien Show, Walt Disney World College Program, WBRE, and ESPN.
“I think I’ve grown so much as a student and as a person at Keystone. I have my friends and professors to thank for that. They guided and encouraged me and I was able to secure an internship with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.”
Learn more about Amanda’s internship.
Amanda Kuhn
Class of 2021
Graduates Success
Keystone graduates have been hired by:
- The Abington Journal
- Atlantic Recording Company
- The Bridge, Inc.
- Citadel Communications
- Clear Channel Radio (Allentown)
- Crowne Plaza Allentown
- ESPN
- Home Instead Senior Care
- Idea Works
- Life Spire Day Hospital
- St. Michael’s School for Boys
- Shawnee Inn and Resort
- Susquehanna County Department of Economic Development
- Times Leader
- TMG Health
- The Villager (newspaper)
- Walt Disney World
- The Weinstein Company/Genius Products
- Weston Inc.
- Wilkes Barre Publishing Co.
Communication degree graduates have pursued the following additional educational opportunities: Drexel University – Bachelor’s, Communications; Long Island University, Master’s Media Arts; Marywood University – Master’s: Professional Studies: Organizational Leadership; Quinnipiac University – Master’s, Journalism.
Your Future in Communications
A sampling of entry level communications positions and salary ranges:
- Advertising Clerk: $27,026 – $40,306
- Audio Visual Technician: $32,109 – $43,992
- Broadcast Technician: $26,741 – $44,569
- Copywriter I: $28,108 – $38,109
- Desktop Publishing Manager: $31,698 – $41,689
- Director (Stage, Motion Pictures, TV): $20,532 – $31,309
- Grants/Proposal Writer: $35,452 – $43,576
- Graphic Design Specialist: $35,920 – $45,383
- Photographer: $35,987 – $49,723
- Print Editor: $40,358 – $53,537
- Production Assistant: $18,654 – $29,216
- Proofreader: $27,856 – $38,495
- Reporter: $23,827 – $28,905
- Speech Writer: $51,532 – $65,797
- Tape Editor: $22,114 – $34,632
- Technical Writer: $37,173 – $47,988
- Videographer: $34,084 – $58,105
College Catalog
View catalog or download catalog (PDF) for all course descriptions and degree requirements.
Minors
A minor in communications is appropriate for students majoring in a variety of disciplines.
Real World Experience
From internships and experiential learning opportunities to travel and conferences, you’ll have many opportunities to conduct hands-on experiences, work with your peers and mentors in your chosen field, and learn first-hand the latest techniques to succeed in the real world.
Study Abroad
Explore our study abroad programs and discover a world of opportunities that are sure to be the highlight of your college years.
Research
Working with a faculty mentor conducting research enriches the learning process and can offer an experience to last a lifetime.
Internships
Internships and field experiences give students the chance to learn through hands-on experiences beyond the classroom.
Civic Engagement
Engage in civic-based projects, meet social challenges, solve problems, and make a positive impact in the community.
Communication Faculty Profiles
DelRegno, Anthony, MA, MBA
Strain, Sherry, PhD
