Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Coe College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Coe College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Coe College graduates earn $40k, placing them in the 54th percentile of all public relations, advertising, and applied communication bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coe College | $40,167 | $57,149 | — | — |
| Drake University | $44,492 | $58,012 | $23,250 | 0.52 |
| University of Northern Iowa | $43,755 | $48,546 | $21,096 | 0.48 |
| Iowa State University | $42,530 | $53,543 | $24,750 | 0.58 |
| Simpson College | $41,925 | — | — | — |
| Loras College | $40,938 | $49,138 | $26,581 | 0.65 |
| National Median | $39,794 | — | $24,625 | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University Des Moines | $49,944 | $44,492 | $23,250 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $9,728 | $43,755 | $21,096 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $10,497 | $42,530 | $24,750 |
| Simpson College Indianola | $46,212 | $41,925 | — |
| Loras College Dubuque | $38,298 | $40,938 | $26,581 |
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 Coe College, approximately 36% 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.