Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Lewis University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lewis University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lewis University graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all public relations, advertising, and applied communication bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis University | $24,202 | — | $26,000* | — |
| North Central College | $48,549 | $58,050 | $26,899* | 0.55 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $48,063 | $62,665 | $23,250* | 0.48 |
| Illinois State University | $43,874 | $53,696 | $22,500* | 0.51 |
| Loyola University Chicago | $43,308 | $56,347 | $25,000* | 0.58 |
| DePaul University | $41,234 | $58,268 | $24,500* | 0.59 |
| National Median | $39,794 | — | $24,625* | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central College Naperville | $44,394 | $48,549 | $26,899 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $48,063 | $23,250 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $43,874 | $22,500 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $43,308 | $25,000 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $41,234 | $24,500 |
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 Lewis University, approximately 31% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.