Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Salem State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem State University | $46,383* | — | $23,342* | — |
| Assumption University | $51,114* | $60,628 | $27,000* | 0.53 |
| Endicott College | $47,903* | $58,417 | $27,000* | 0.56 |
| Suffolk University | $44,863* | $56,527 | $27,000* | 0.60 |
| Emerson College | $28,606* | $60,272 | $24,625* | 0.86 |
| National Median | $39,794* | — | $24,625* | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assumption University Worcester | $49,414 | $51,114 | $27,000 |
| Endicott College Beverly | $39,212 | $47,903 | $27,000 |
| Suffolk University Boston | $45,380 | $44,863 | $27,000 |
| Emerson College Boston | $55,392 | $28,606 | $24,625 |
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 Salem State University, approximately 35% 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 4 similar programs in MA. Actual outcomes may vary.