Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Missouri Western State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Western State University | $37,993* | — | $25,000* | — |
| Webster University | $42,421* | $45,908 | —* | — |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $40,178* | $46,066 | $23,329* | 0.58 |
| Southeast Missouri State University | $40,127* | $51,191 | $25,000* | 0.62 |
| University of Central Missouri | $39,401* | $43,229 | $26,000* | 0.66 |
| Evangel University | $36,585* | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $39,794* | — | $24,625* | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webster University Saint Louis | $30,730 | $42,421 | — |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $40,178 | $23,329 |
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $9,496 | $40,127 | $25,000 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $9,739 | $39,401 | $26,000 |
| Evangel University Springfield | $27,192 | $36,585 | — |
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 Missouri Western State University, approximately 28% 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 8 similar programs in MO. Actual outcomes may vary.