Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Belmont University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont University | $39,819* | $53,117 | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $42,173* | $51,859 | $21,368 | 0.51 |
| University of Memphis | $39,819* | — | $25,000 | 0.63 |
| Lee University | $33,162* | $33,687 | $27,000 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $39,794* | — | $24,625 | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $42,173 | $21,368 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $39,819 | $25,000 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $22,690 | $33,162 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Belmont University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.