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#1 #1 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX Texas Christian University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 147 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $44,190 Median Starting Salary $55,765
#2 #2 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Elon University Elon, NC Generally, Elon University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 154 SAT Score 1,190–1,370 Est. Net Price * $41,527 Median Starting Salary $62,905
#3 #3 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO the University of Colorado Boulder is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 409 SAT Score 1,190–1,410 Est. Net Price * $21,836 Median Starting Salary $54,564
#4 #4 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Ithaca College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives roughly 12,400 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 79 SAT Score 1,230–1,390 Est. Net Price * $35,858 Median Starting Salary $62,554
#5 #5 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 160 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Est. Net Price * $16,805 Median Starting Salary $56,093
#6 #6 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Howard University Washington, DC Howard University is a fairly selective school. The school receives about 19,200 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 80 SAT Score 1,050–1,280 Est. Net Price * $28,279 Median Starting Salary $51,521
#7 #7 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of South Florida Tampa, FL Generally, the University of South Florida is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 233 SAT Score 1,150–1,340 Est. Net Price * $11,004 Median Starting Salary $49,242
#8 #8 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Overall, The University of Tampa is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 26% Annual Degrees Awarded 86 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Est. Net Price * $34,653 Median Starting Salary $57,377
#9 #9 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Grand Valley State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 134 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $17,105 Median Starting Salary $56,077
#10 #10 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Florida International University Miami, FL Overall, Florida International University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 287 SAT Score 1,070–1,250 Est. Net Price * $9,881 Median Starting Salary $49,333
#11 #11 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Kennesaw State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 142 SAT Score 1,030–1,210 Est. Net Price * $18,079 Median Starting Salary $52,244
#12 #12 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Houston Houston, TX Overall, the University of Houston is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 134 SAT Score 1,160–1,340 Est. Net Price * $14,056 Median Starting Salary $49,528
#13 #13 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 86 SAT Score 1,220–1,380 Est. Net Price * $14,003 Median Starting Salary $50,722
#14 #14 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI Generally, the University of Wisconsin-River Falls is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $13,427 Median Starting Salary $57,972
#15 #15 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Chapman University Orange, CA Chapman University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,220–1,400 Est. Net Price * $45,033 Median Starting Salary $57,181
#16 #16 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Flagler College Saint Augustine, FL Flagler College is a somewhat selective school. They receive approximately 5,400 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,080–1,270 Est. Net Price * $26,547 Median Starting Salary $55,013
#17 #17 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Washington State University Pullman, WA Washington State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 93 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $17,911 Median Starting Salary $52,728
#18 #18 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Harding University Searcy, AR In general, Harding University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,040–1,310 Est. Net Price * $19,558 Median Starting Salary $57,234
#19 #19 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Simpson College Indianola, IA In general, Simpson College is a non selective school. The school receives 1,569 applications each year . Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,400–1,460 Est. Net Price * $23,185 Median Starting Salary $58,318
#20 #20 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Midway University Midway, KY Midway University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $22,848 Median Starting Salary $52,350
#21 #21 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 950–1,160 Est. Net Price * $17,088 Median Starting Salary $53,816
#22 #22 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, LA Loyola University New Orleans is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,070–1,240 Est. Net Price * $23,808 Median Starting Salary $55,434
#23 #23 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Drexel University is a somewhat selective school. They receive about 37,000 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,240–1,430 Est. Net Price * $39,267 Median Starting Salary $51,444
#24 #24 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Pepperdine University Malibu, CA In general, Pepperdine University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,300–1,460 Est. Net Price * $47,804 Median Starting Salary $55,095
#25 #25 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA the University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 64 SAT Score 1,020–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,036 Median Starting Salary $51,883
#26 #26 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Generally, the College of the Ozarks is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 21% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $12,611 Median Starting Salary $52,398
#27 #27 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Ohio Dominican University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,110–1,280 Est. Net Price * $21,881 Median Starting Salary $54,630
#28 #28 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Bradley University Peoria, IL Generally, Bradley University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,090–1,310 Est. Net Price * $24,053 Median Starting Salary $56,905
#29 #29 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Meredith College Raleigh, NC In general, Meredith College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,130–1,320 Est. Net Price * $23,259 Median Starting Salary $56,640
#30 #30 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St Louis is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Est. Net Price * $23,432 Median Starting Salary $54,723
#31 #31 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Emerson College Boston, MA Overall, Emerson College is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 1,290–1,430 Est. Net Price * $51,432 Median Starting Salary $60,003
#32 #32 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Ball State University Muncie, IN Generally, Ball State University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 51 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Est. Net Price * $12,615 Median Starting Salary $57,646
#33 #33 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK the University of Central Oklahoma is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $18,055 Median Starting Salary $52,644
#34 #34 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Canisius College Buffalo, NY Canisius College is a somewhat selective school. They receive about 4,130 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,060–1,320 Est. Net Price * $19,635 Median Starting Salary $56,265
#35 #35 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Biola University La Mirada, CA In general, Biola University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,120–1,370 Est. Net Price * $31,522 Median Starting Salary $55,959
#36 #36 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College is a highly selective school. The institution receives approximately 1,700... Acceptance Rate 41% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $20,108 Median Starting Salary $56,241
#37 #37 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Florida Southern College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,100–1,310 Est. Net Price * $27,324 Median Starting Salary $55,874
#38 #38 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Generally, Roger Williams University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,140–1,290 Est. Net Price * $37,964 Median Starting Salary $63,886
#39 #39 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Lynn University Boca Raton, FL Lynn University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives roughly 7,800 applications every... Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,060–1,200 Est. Net Price * $38,728 Median Starting Salary $53,267
#40 #40 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Hannibal-LaGrange University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 950–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,537 Median Starting Salary $54,879
#41 #41 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Drury University Springfield, MO Drury University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,120–1,320 Est. Net Price * $20,996 Median Starting Salary $50,539
#42 #42 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Johnson University Florida Kissimmee, FL Overall, Johnson University Florida is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 870–1,040 Est. Net Price * $20,191 Median Starting Salary $57,309
#43 #43 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Belmont University Nashville, TN Belmont University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,170–1,360 Est. Net Price * $36,225 Median Starting Salary $59,523
#44 #44 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Webber International University Babson Park, FL In general, Webber International University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 840–1,060 Est. Net Price * $27,995 Median Starting Salary $54,303
#45 #45 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Universidad del Sagrado Corazon Santurce, PR Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $13,526 Median Starting Salary $50,412
#46 #46 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Susquehanna University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,100–1,290 Est. Net Price * $28,605 Median Starting Salary $60,943
#47 #47 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Overall, Messiah University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,110–1,350 Est. Net Price * $24,120 Median Starting Salary $59,064
#48 #48 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Point Park University is a somewhat selective school. They receive roughly 6,030 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,030–1,250 Est. Net Price * $24,702 Median Starting Salary $55,109
#49 #49 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Simmons University Boston, MA Simmons University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,230–1,400 Est. Net Price * $24,423 Median Starting Salary $55,070
#50 #50 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Michigan State University is a non selective school. They receive about 53,300 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Est. Net Price * $22,803 Median Starting Salary $55,839
#51 #51 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN In general, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $22,843 Median Starting Salary $54,504
#52 #52 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Husson University Bangor, ME Generally, Husson University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,020–1,210 Est. Net Price * $19,978 Median Starting Salary $56,206
#53 #53 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. St. Francis College Brooklyn, NY St- Francis College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 4,270 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,000–1,240 Est. Net Price * $18,602 Median Starting Salary $52,952
#54 #54 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Carthage College Kenosha, WI Carthage College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 8,110 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,020–1,260 Est. Net Price * $26,209 Median Starting Salary $58,825
#55 #55 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Overall, Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,755 Median Starting Salary $52,559
#56 #56 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Mount Union Alliance, OH the University of Mount Union is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,000–1,230 Est. Net Price * $23,259 Median Starting Salary $58,560
#57 #57 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR the University of Central Arkansas is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $15,456 Median Starting Salary $51,838
#58 #58 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Generally, North Dakota State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $15,962 Median Starting Salary $58,032
#59 #59 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Albion College Albion, MI Albion College is a fairly selective school. The school receives about 6,830 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 950–1,180 Est. Net Price * $19,351 Median Starting Salary $54,905
#60 #60 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Wingate University Wingate, NC Overall, Wingate University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $18,823 Median Starting Salary $57,303
#61 #61 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Overall, Mount Saint Mary College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,080–1,230 Est. Net Price * $23,439 Median Starting Salary $56,505
#62 #62 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY New York Institute of Technology is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,130–1,370 Est. Net Price * $22,494 Median Starting Salary $51,271
#63 #63 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Adrian College Adrian, MI Adrian College is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 3,300 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $24,870 Median Starting Salary $58,739
#64 #64 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA Generally, Oglethorpe University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Est. Net Price * $20,094 Median Starting Salary $51,953
#65 #65 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR the University of Arkansas is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,070–1,290 Est. Net Price * $16,208 Median Starting Salary $54,583
#66 #66 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,200–1,370 Est. Net Price * $27,398 Median Starting Salary $57,164
#67 #67 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. George Fox University Newberg, OR In general, George Fox University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,060–1,300 Est. Net Price * $28,840 Median Starting Salary $55,997
#68 #68 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS the University of Southern Mississippi is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $14,427 Median Starting Salary $51,401
#69 #69 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. McKendree University Lebanon, IL McKendree University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives 2,332 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 920–1,300 Est. Net Price * $22,431 Median Starting Salary $53,538
#70 #70 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. William Peace University Raleigh, NC William Peace University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $23,041 Median Starting Salary $52,841
#71 #71 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Rowan University is a somewhat selective school. The institution receives about 16,900 applications every... Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,100–1,310 Est. Net Price * $20,963 Median Starting Salary $56,193
#72 #72 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX In general, Southwestern Adventist University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 910–1,180 Est. Net Price * $20,028 Median Starting Salary $54,171
#73 #73 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Anderson University Anderson, IN Anderson University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,459 Median Starting Salary $56,825
#74 #74 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Rhode Island College Providence, RI Overall, Rhode Island College is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 870–1,110 Est. Net Price * $11,014 Median Starting Salary $54,226
#75 #75 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO Generally, Colorado Christian University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,313 Median Starting Salary $52,482
#76 #76 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Overall, Oakland University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 11,000 applications... Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,161 Median Starting Salary $53,059
#77 #77 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Overall, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,040–1,260 Est. Net Price * $20,776 Median Starting Salary $58,699
#78 #78 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Northwestern College Orange City, IA In general, Northwestern College is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $25,198 Median Starting Salary $59,742
#79 #79 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Generally, Minnesota State University Moorhead is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $17,939 Median Starting Salary $57,335
#80 #80 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Belhaven University Jackson, MS In general, Belhaven University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $19,794 Median Starting Salary $51,193
#81 #81 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $12,827 Median Starting Salary $57,521
#82 #82 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. The University of Findlay Findlay, OH The University of Findlay is a non selective school. They receive approximately 3,610 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $24,069 Median Starting Salary $56,901
#83 #83 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Boise State University Boise, ID Generally, Boise State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $17,724 Median Starting Salary $52,649
#84 #84 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Dallas Baptist University is a non selective school. The school receives 8,519 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,607 Median Starting Salary $53,328
#85 #85 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. California Baptist University Riverside, CA California Baptist University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $27,304 Median Starting Salary $53,597
#86 #86 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Bushnell University Eugene, OR Bushnell University is a fairly selective school. The school receives approximately 550 applications... Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,030–1,080 Est. Net Price * $23,787 Median Starting Salary $55,029
#87 #87 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Evangel University Springfield, MO In general, Evangel University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $20,963 Median Starting Salary $56,418
#88 #88 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Lake Erie College Painesville, OH Lake Erie College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $22,678 Median Starting Salary $56,848
#89 #89 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Oakwood University Huntsville, AL Generally, Oakwood University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 880–1,130 Est. Net Price * $19,373 Median Starting Salary $54,082
#90 #90 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Generally, Concordia University-Saint Paul is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Est. Net Price * $17,776 Median Starting Salary $54,692
#91 #91 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI Overall, Marian University is a fairly selective school. They receive 1,262 applications every year . Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $25,394 Median Starting Salary $57,067
#92 #92 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX West Texas A & M University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 960–1,150 Est. Net Price * $17,001 Median Starting Salary $53,650
#93 #93 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, MD Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 920–1,140 Est. Net Price * $22,675 Median Starting Salary $54,031
#94 #94 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY SUNY Buffalo State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $13,812 Median Starting Salary $53,891
#95 #95 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Overall, Saint Xavier University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 960–1,140 Est. Net Price * $11,302 Median Starting Salary $53,265
#96 #96 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens, FL Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $16,359 Median Starting Salary $51,805
#97 #97 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. University of Charleston Charleston, WV Overall, the University of Charleston is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,308 Median Starting Salary $53,425
#98 #98 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Utah Valley University Orem, UT Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,346 Median Starting Salary $52,954
#99 #99 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX East Texas Baptist University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,120 Est. Net Price * $24,169 Median Starting Salary $56,043
#100 #100 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Barry University Miami, FL Barry University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 930–1,080 Est. Net Price * $20,207 Median Starting Salary $52,042
#101 #101 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Southeastern University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 2,180 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,910 Median Starting Salary $54,740
#102 #102 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Metropolitan State University of Denver is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 910–1,140 Est. Net Price * $14,805 Median Starting Salary $52,782
#103 #103 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Gurabo Campus Gurabo, PR Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Gurabo Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 740–980 Est. Net Price * $6,577 Median Starting Salary $48,352
#104 #104 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Waldorf University Forest City, IA Waldorf University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,090 Est. Net Price * $18,620 Median Starting Salary $54,395
#105 #105 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Cupey Campus San Juan, PR Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Cupey Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 720–960 Est. Net Price * $7,193 Median Starting Salary $48,610
#106 #106 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $19,551 Median Starting Salary $54,395
#107 #107 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. National University San Diego, CA Overall, National University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 750–1,170 Est. Net Price * $30,527 Median Starting Salary $52,415
#108 #108 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Ana G- Mendez University Orlando, FL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,726 Median Starting Salary $54,395
#109 #109 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Pennsylvania Western University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 950–1,160 Est. Net Price * $18,527 Median Starting Salary $0
#110 #110 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion, IN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $15,936 Median Starting Salary $52,439
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About Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

A general program that focuses on organizational communication, public relations, and advertising; and that prepares individuals to function in a wide range of public and private sector positions requiring the skills of persuasive communication. Includes instruction in communications, public relations, and advertising theory; principles and techniques of persuasion; message/image design; marketing strategy; professional writing; public speaking and multi-media presentation skills; digital communications; and applied research.

Students majoring in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication can earn up to a Masters degree. On average, 75% percent of women and 25% percent of men make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Out of all the US states, Florida is where degrees in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication are most popular. The Median Starting Salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication is $41,400.

Popularity of Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Degrees in the U.S.

This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.

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Student Demographics

Total Students

3,399

Female Students

2,542 (74%)

Male Students

857 (25%)

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Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

#1 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

56%

147

1,200–1,390

$44,190

$55,765

#2 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

74%

154

1,190–1,370

$41,527

$62,905

#3 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

81%

409

1,190–1,410

$21,836

$54,564

#4 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

75%

79

1,230–1,390

$35,858

$62,554

#5 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

79%

160

1,110–1,320

$16,805

$56,093

#6 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

53%

80

1,050–1,280

$28,279

$51,521

#7 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

44%

233

1,150–1,340

$11,004

$49,242

#8 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

26%

86

1,100–1,270

$34,653

$57,377

#9 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

90%

134

980–1,220

$17,105

$56,077

#10 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

64%

287

1,070–1,250

$9,881

$49,333

#11 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

68%

142

1,030–1,210

$18,079

$52,244

#12 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

66%

134

1,160–1,340

$14,056

$49,528

#13 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.

25%

86

1,220–1,380

$14,003

$50,722

#14 Best College for Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication in the U.S.