Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Seattle University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle University | $43,093* | $60,075 | $25,832* | — |
| Washington State University | $45,820* | — | $20,500* | 0.45 |
| Northwest University | $45,209* | $50,582 | —* | — |
| Central Washington University | $40,976* | $54,237 | $23,342* | 0.57 |
| Gonzaga University | $39,013* | $62,725 | $26,000* | 0.67 |
| National Median | $39,794* | — | $24,625* | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $45,820 | $20,500 |
| Northwest University Kirkland | $36,035 | $45,209 | — |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $9,192 | $40,976 | $23,342 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $53,500 | $39,013 | $26,000 |
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 Seattle University, approximately 22% 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 WA. Actual outcomes may vary.