Sports Communication Degree

"My best piece of advice: During the first week of your first year, get involved with at least two organizations that do what you want to do so you can start building your resume and demo reel!"

“Our knowledgeable faculty not only educate students but help mentor their professional ambitions. We’re able to offer our students real-world opportunities to help make their sports communication career goals a reality.”

"This is a highly competitive business, so you have to remain relevant, understand practical skills, be a self-starter, network and have a work ethic that will allow you to stay competitive. Communicate well with others, be friendly and build work relationships."

Alumnus Aaron Cooney, broadcaster and digital content producer for the San Diego Gulls, made his NHL broadcasting debut calling the Anaheim Ducks' game versus the Pittsburgh Penguins.

"I chose Point Park because of its location in Downtown Pittsburgh. I knew Point Park had many connections within the sports industry and that it was in the ideal location to try and build a relationship with the local teams."

"Point Park's faculty has real-world experience. Most of my professors were still working in the industry and had real-life experiences to share in the classroom."

"For someone who wants a career in sports, Pittsburgh is the place to be. Few cities are home to three professional sports teams like Pittsburgh, and the opportunities and connections for internships and jobs are endless."

"I had opportunities to attend other universities out of high school, but what made Point Park’s School of Communication stand out was the ability to get that hands-on experience from day one. You don’t get that experience anywhere else."

"Point Park has been instrumental in leading me to land my dream job. Everyone who is a part of the School of Communication was committed to helping me reach my goals."

"My internships and the hands-on experience prepared me, and nearly all of my employers have been impressed with how much experience I gained just through being involved."

"I'm lucky enough to have been part of the first wave of esports talent. I'm one of the few who has a degree in broadcasting and real experience in a TV studio. I hope that more Point Park students can make their mark across the industry."

"My internship with the ACC Network impacted me most. Working in the studio during live games prepared me for the stress, pressure and responsibility that is needed in live sports television. I was later hired and worked there during senior year."

"I believe I landed my current job because of my education and experiences in the field. I also made sure to have a clean and concise resume as well as a solid demo reel."

"I have been a sports fan all of my life, and with so many opportunities available to sports communication students, I was sold on attending Point Park."

"Point Park has helped me become career-ready through hands-on experiences in my field that I wouldn’t have at other schools, while also providing valuable information and skills to help me achieve my future goals."

"I chose to major in sports communication because I knew of the excellent connections Point Park has with the Pittsburgh sports teams and organizations around the country. There are so many resources and activities for students to get involved with on day one."

"The sports communication program is very hands-on and I love that. I feel prepared to take on any assignment and ready for the real world."

"If you want to get hands-on experience in your field beginning day one, Point Park is the perfect place. Going to college in the middle of Downtown Pittsburgh opens up so many doors for your career."

"The journalism program is one of the top programs around. Students gain hands-on experience outside of the classroom, which is much more beneficial than sitting in a classroom for four years."

"From learning the ins-and-outs of play-by-play and color commentary, from working with the Point Park Sports Network, to hosting and reporting for sports shows at U-View, I took every single skill I’ve learned and applied them to calling the game."