Overview

Public Relations at Messiah College

In our top-ranked Christian college’s public relations program, you’ll take a range of specialized communication courses designed to give you the theoretical and practical knowledge needed for a public relations career in the non-profit or corporate world. Most importantly, you'll learn how to help organizations communicate through ethical, strategic, two-way communication that values perspectives from both company leaders and the people they serve.

Career options for public relations majors

Public relations director

Campaign manager

Brand ambassador

Account executive

Event planner

Marketing associate

Social media specialist

Crisis manager

Corporate writer

Fundraiser

Marketing coordinator

Communications associate

Community relations specialist

Web content coordinator

Event logistics coordinator

Admissions counselor

Marketing and public relations manager

Marketing analyst

Advancement representative

Artist manager

Promotions coordinator

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of Oral Communication

Communication Seminar

Principles of Public Relations

Communication Theory

Public Relations Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00

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More details

The applications have no deadline or due date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Relations View 428 other Bachelors in Public Relations in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have graduated from an accredited senior high school or the equivalent. Course units from grades nine through twelve should include the following:

4 units in academic English
at least 2 units (preferably 3 or more) in academic mathematics
at least 2 units (preferably 3 or more) in academic natural science
2 or more units in academic social studies
2 or more units in foreign language
4 units in additional electives.

Tuition Fee

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International

41300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41300 USD per year during 48 months.
National

41300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41300 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

41300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41300 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Mechanicsburg

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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