Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Bachelor's degree · The University of Texas at Arlington · Arlington, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication at The University of Texas at Arlington earn a median of $41,703 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 $19,362, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $51,828 | $19,500 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth | $48,053 | $23,668 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $47,972 | $20,402 |
| University of Houston Houston | $42,472 | $18,750 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $41,023 | $20,250 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $40,411 | $19,536 |
| Dallas Baptist University Dallas | $38,613 | — |
| West Texas A & M University Canyon | $35,658 | $18,250 |
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $33,280 | $20,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from The University of Texas at Arlington make?
The median salary is $41,703 one year after graduation and $57,292 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,362.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.