Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Bachelor's degree · Carthage College · Kenosha, WI
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$68,708Median earnings 4 years after
$66,202Median earnings 5 years after
—Median 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 Carthage College earn a median of $57,509. 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 Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh | $46,039 | $22,166 |
| Marquette University Milwaukee | $40,583 | $24,286 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication graduates from Carthage College make?
The median salary is $57,509 and $66,202 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.