Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Bachelor's degree · Pepperdine University · Malibu, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Pepperdine University earn a median of $45,988 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,560 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,857–$83,689). Median debt is $24,112, about 52% of first-year earnings.
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| National University San Diego | $50,070 | $27,688 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $50,041 | $19,500 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $44,197 | $16,111 |
| Chapman University Orange | $40,141 | $22,250 |
| California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson | $38,798 | $13,375 |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $37,856 | $24,000 |
| Biola University La Mirada | $36,319 | $20,000 |
| California Baptist University Riverside | $32,782 | $23,000 |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $28,226 | $22,976 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from Pepperdine University make?
The median salary is $45,988 one year after graduation and $75,482 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,112.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.