Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Bachelor's degree · Siena Heights University · Adrian, MI

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$39,677Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,530Median earnings 4 years after
$52,812Median earnings 5 years after
$16,493Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Siena Heights University earn a median of $39,677 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 $16,493, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Michigan State University
East Lansing
$45,158$22,605
Northwood University
Midland
$41,857$18,250
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti
$41,420$26,590
Wayne State University
Detroit
$41,306$24,055
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant
$40,346$27,000
Oakland University
Rochester Hills
$40,299$24,950
Ferris State University
Big Rapids
$38,375$22,504
Grand Valley State University
Allendale
$38,172$25,000
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo
$37,718$25,146
Northern Michigan University
Marquette
$34,319—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from Siena Heights University make?

The median salary is $39,677 one year after graduation and $52,812 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,493.

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