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Community organization and advocacy


What is a community organization and advocacy major?

This program focuses on the theories, principles, and practice of providing services to communities, organizing communities and neighborhoods for social action, serving as community liaisons to public agencies, and using community resources to furnish information, instruction, and assistance to all members of a community. It may prepare individuals to apply such knowledge and skills in community service positions such as social work, public administration, or public advocacy.

How much do community organization and advocacy majors make?

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How popular is community organization and advocacy as a major?

Each year, around 1,790 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 510 students obtain an associate degree in community organization and advocacy. In 2021, 1,884 students received a bachelor's degree and 351 students received an associate degree. This is 4% fewer community organization and advocacy majors than there were in 2020. Community organization and advocacy is a relatively popular major compared to other public policy and social services majors.

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