Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Dallas Baptist University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Dallas Baptist University graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 43th percentile of all public relations, advertising, and applied communication bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Baptist University | $38,613 | — | — | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $51,828 | $65,215 | $19,750 | 0.38 |
| Texas Christian University | $48,053 | $66,005 | $24,148 | 0.50 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $47,972 | $65,345 | $20,995 | 0.44 |
| University of Houston | $42,472 | $49,794 | $23,800 | 0.56 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $41,703 | $50,879 | $22,639 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $39,794 | — | $24,625 | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $51,828 | $19,750 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth | $57,220 | $48,053 | $24,148 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $47,972 | $20,995 |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $42,472 | $23,800 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $41,703 | $22,639 |
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 Dallas Baptist University, approximately 24% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.