Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at University of Florida-Online

UF Online's Public Relations program stands out for its exceptional debt management rather than sky-high earnings. With graduates carrying just $17,439 in debt—well below both the national median ($24,625) and Florida average ($18,375)—this program offers one of the cleanest financial profiles you'll find in communications.

The earnings trajectory tells an encouraging story of professional growth. Starting salaries of $42,099 jump to $58,636 by year four, representing 39% growth that suggests graduates develop marketable skills that employers increasingly value. At 72nd percentile nationally and 60th percentile within Florida, the program performs solidly among its peers, matching elite University of Miami's outcomes while carrying significantly less debt burden.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.41 means graduates need less than five months of their starting salary to cover their total educational debt—an unusually favorable position in today's higher education landscape. For anxious parents, this combination of moderate debt and steady earning potential creates a lower-risk pathway into communications careers. While this isn't a program that produces immediate high earners, it positions graduates for sustainable career growth without the financial stress that often accompanies media and communications degrees.