Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Bachelor's degree · North Central College · Naperville, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at North Central College earn a median of $48,549 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 $20,649, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $48,063 | $21,875 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $43,874 | $21,500 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $43,308 | $23,250 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $41,234 | $22,332 |
| Columbia College Chicago Chicago | $39,794 | $24,225 |
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston | $38,369 | $23,250 |
| Bradley University Peoria | $38,351 | $25,000 |
| Lewis University Romeoville | $24,202 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from North Central College make?
The median salary is $48,549 one year after graduation and $66,959 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,649.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.