Communications
Transfer
The world of communications is changing fast. At San Jac, you can make your ideas matter. Learn media writing, public speaking, and digital skills to start a career in media, PR, or journalism.
Turn Your Voice Into a Career
Why you should choose San Jac's Communications program.
Turn Your Voice Into Opportunity
Build the skills to speak, write, and create with confidence. This program helps you
stand out in media, marketing, and digital careers.
Create Real Media Projects
Do more than learn about media. Make it. Get hands-on practice in broadcasting, video,
audio, and digital content.
Train for Today’s Digital World
Learn digital media skills that match today’s jobs. Create content for social media,
video, and other online platforms.
Start Your Media Career Faster
With an associate degree, you can enter the workforce quickly or continue your education
at a university to earn a bachelor's degree. This program gives you a clear path into
media and communications careers.
Careers
Public Relations Specialists
$62,582
News Analysts, Reporters, & Journalists
$60,344
Media and Communications
$40,950
Opportunities
With a degree in communications, you can find a career as a:
- Podcaster
- Social media manager
- Public relations or communications specialist
- Video storyteller
- Advertising account manager
- Production assistant/manager in television or film
- Editor
- Reporter
- Assistant news producer
Locations
Salary Source: Texas Wages
Sounds great, but how do I apply?
Ready to take the first step toward an exciting future? It’s time to apply to San
Jac. We’ll guide you through the process and help you start building your future,
today.
Questions about the communications degree?
Explore how the degree builds skills in public speaking, media production, broadcasting,
and digital communication.
A communications degree helps you learn how to share ideas through different types
of media. You build skills in public speaking, media writing, broadcasting, and digital
media that employers value.
Yes! Our communications degree prepares you to transfer to a four-year university. There are two ways you can choose classes that set you up for a smooth transfer:
- Classes for any University - Transfer Information
- This is a great option if you’re not sure where you want to transfer to after San Jac. You’ll take the required courses for your degree here, and we’ll help you choose additional classes that universities typically want you to have completed.
- Classes for a Specific University - Transfer Agreements
- If you know where you want to transfer, we’ll work with that university to create a transfer plan for you. This transfer plan will include classes your selected university wants you to take. Our transfer agreements with other schools make it easy for you to plan your educational path.
Absolutely! Strong communication skills are essential in all areas of business, and
leadership. A communications degree helps you develop skills in messaging, public
speaking, writing, and digital media strategy.
Can you find your voice in communications?
Take this quick quiz to see how your interests align with careers in media, broadcasting, and digital content.
Support for your studies
At San Jac, you’re never alone. Our teams ensure you have the support you need to
achieve your academic goals.
Extra, extra!
The San Jacinto Times
As a communications major, you’ll get the opportunity to work on The San Jacinto Times,
the student publication at the College. Take a peek at the news and see for yourself
the exciting possibilities that await you! Plus, there is a student podcast where
you can gain hands-on experience.
A Great Community
One of my friends suggested that I look at San Jac for my education. I started
doing my research, and I really liked the overall community and the atmosphere. I
liked everything that the College offered, and I knew it was the place for me. After
San Jac, I plan to transfer to Texas Southern University.”
Morghan Holmes
Communications
