Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Bachelor's degree · Belmont University · Nashville, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,040Median earnings 4 years after
$53,467Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at Belmont University earn a median of $42,395. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,560 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,857–$83,689).
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $42,173 | $21,119 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $39,819 | $21,250 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $33,162 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from Belmont University make?
The median salary is $42,395 and $53,467 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.