Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Master's degree · George Washington University · Washington, DC

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$73,569Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$101,932Median earnings 4 years after
$99,082Median earnings 5 years after
$51,254Median federal debt
85Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at George Washington University earn a median of $73,569 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,125 four years after graduating (middle half: $56,433–$109,561). Median debt is $51,254, about 70% of first-year earnings.

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Master's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Georgetown University
Washington
$91,362$49,149
Trinity Washington University
Washington
$72,618—
American University
Washington
$63,727$53,268

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from George Washington University make?

The median salary is $73,569 one year after graduation and $99,082 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $51,254.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.