Marietta College

What you'll study

Coursework covers communication theory, research methods and ethics, with specific options and topical courses including training development, health communication, public relations, and crisis communication. Students apply classroom learning in internships, group assignments and projects completed for outside clients.

Entry requirements

Students complete the college’s undergraduate requirements for a Strategic Communication major and follow the curriculum for the Organizational Communication & Public Relations track. The program describes its course load as rigorous and requires internship completion as part of the major; faculty assist students in finding internship placements.

Career prospects

The curriculum prepares graduates for roles in public relations, corporate communications and related fields; alumni have interned with organizations such as United Way, the American Cancer Society, hospitals, municipal offices and Walt Disney World. Graduates have progressed to graduate programs including web design/online communication, integrated marketing communication, law, MBA programs and further study in communication.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Marietta College offers a range of scholarships, some general and some tied to particular majors or programs. The department encourages experiential learning opportunities such as internships and study abroad, which may be supported by college financial-aid resources and program-specific awards.