Public Relations & Advertising at Ohio University-Main Campus
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public Relations & Advertising, take a look at what Ohio University-Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Ohio University-Main Campus is located in Athens, OH.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 public relations & advertising degrees were granted at Ohio University-Main Campus.
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Studying Online at Ohio University-Main Campus
Many students take online classes at Ohio University-Main Campus. Of 26,323 students, 6,865 (26%) studied exclusively online and 9,651 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Public Relations & Advertising Rankings at Ohio University-Main Campus
Rankings can help you compare Ohio University-Main Campus’s Public Relations & Advertising program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #8 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #9 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 43 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 43 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #132 of 239 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #157 of 240 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #8 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #9 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 43 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 43 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #132 of 239 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #157 of 240 |
Earnings for Public Relations & Advertising Graduates from Ohio University-Main Campus
Graduates of Ohio University-Main Campus’s Public Relations & Advertising program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $52,941 |
| 3 years | $55,930 |
| 4 years | $53,130 |
| 5 years | $63,649 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Public Relations & Advertising graduates from Ohio University-Main Campus take home a median $53,130, compared with $64,618 for all Ohio University-Main Campus graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Public Relations & Advertising graduates at Ohio University-Main Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Public Relations & Advertising graduates at Ohio University-Main Campus are 85% women (28) and 15% men (5).
Public Relations & Advertising Master’s Program at Ohio University-Main Campus
Among the 17 master’s public relations & advertising degrees awarded at Ohio University-Main Campus, 76% were women (13) and 24% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Relations & Advertising master’s degree recipients at Ohio University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Public Relations & Advertising master’s degree recipients at Ohio University-Main Campus, below the national average of 36%.*
Public Relations & Advertising Doctoral Program at Ohio University-Main Campus
Of the 5 doctoral public relations & advertising graduates at Ohio University-Main Campus, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Relations & Advertising doctoral degree recipients at Ohio University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Public Relations & Advertising Concentrations at Ohio University-Main Campus
The Public Relations & Advertising program at Ohio University-Main Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Organizational Communication | 13 |
| Health Communication | 3 |
| International Communication | 8 |
| Communication Management and Strategic Communications. | 9 |
Top-Paying Careers for Public Relations & Advertising Graduates
Those who complete Public Relations & Advertising program at Ohio University-Main Campus pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Public Relations & Advertising graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $113,521 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Human Resources Managers | $95,702 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.