Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Trinity Washington University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Trinity Washington University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Trinity Washington University graduates earn $73k, placing them in the 87th percentile of all public relations, advertising, and applied communication masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in District of Columbia
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication masters's programs at peer institutions in District of Columbia (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Washington University | $72,618 | — | — | — |
| Georgetown University | $91,362 | $90,296 | — | — |
| George Washington University | $73,569 | $86,813 | — | — |
| American University | $63,727 | $74,450 | — | — |
| National Median | $57,362 | — | — | — |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in District of Columbia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across District of Columbia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University Washington | $65,081 | $91,362 | — |
| George Washington University Washington | $64,990 | $73,569 | — |
| American University Washington | $56,543 | $63,727 | — |
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 Trinity Washington University, approximately 51% 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.