Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Youngstown State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Youngstown State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Youngstown State University graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all public relations, advertising, and applied communication bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown State University | $27,068 | — | $25,000* | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $50,700 | $65,121 | $25,000* | 0.49 |
| Miami University-Middletown | $50,700 | $65,121 | $25,000* | 0.49 |
| Miami University-Hamilton | $50,700 | $65,121 | $25,000* | 0.49 |
| Franklin University | $46,518 | $49,680 | $42,017* | 0.90 |
| Capital University | $45,235 | $46,188 | $27,000* | 0.60 |
| National Median | $39,794 | — | $24,625* | 0.62 |
Other Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $50,700 | $25,000 |
| Miami University-Middletown Middletown | $7,278 | $50,700 | $25,000 |
| Miami University-Hamilton Hamilton | $7,278 | $50,700 | $25,000 |
| Franklin University Columbus | $9,577 | $46,518 | $42,017 |
| Capital University Columbus | $41,788 | $45,235 | $27,000 |
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 Youngstown State University, approximately 33% 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.