Master’s Degrees in Public Relations & Advertising
Featured Public Relations & Advertising Programs
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
BA in Communication - Public Relations
Prepare to develop your skills in building mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their public audiences.
MA in Communication - Public Relations
Learn how to use the latest technology and tactics to manage the flow of information between brands and the public with your Master's in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations at Southern New Hampshire University.
MA in Communication - New Media & Marketing
Keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of new media technologies with this specialized online master's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Featured Public Relations & Advertising Programs
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
BA in Communication - Public Relations
Prepare to develop your skills in building mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their public audiences.
MA in Communication - Public Relations
Learn how to use the latest technology and tactics to manage the flow of information between brands and the public with your Master's in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations at Southern New Hampshire University.
MA in Communication - New Media & Marketing
Keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of new media technologies with this specialized online master's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Education Levels of Public Relations Majors
During the most recent year for which data is available, 3,129 people earned their master's degree in public relations. This makes it the 60th most popular master's degree program in the country.
The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in public relations at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 3,129 |
| Graduate Certificate | 331 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 36 |
Earnings of Public Relations Majors With Master’s Degrees
The median salary for graduates holding a master's degree in public relations is $57,362. This number may vary for a lot of reasons. For instance, you may decide to move to a location where people with your degree are rare and make more money. To get a better picture, earnings for this category of people can range from a low of $51,722 to a high of $65,547.
Student Debt
The data on debt ranges for public relations majors who have their master's degree is not available.
Student Diversity
More women than men pursue their master's degree in public relations. About 75.0% of graduates with this degree are female.
| Gender | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Men | 782 |
| Women | 2,347 |
The racial-ethnic distribution of public relations master’s degree students is as follows:
| Race/Ethnicity | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Asian | 99 |
| Black or African American | 454 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 401 |
| White | 1,569 |
| International Students | 352 |
| Other Races/Ethnicities | 254 |
Most Popular Public Relations Programs for Master’s Degrees
There are 129 colleges that offer a master’s degree in public relations. Learn more about the most popular 20 below:
Southern New Hampshire University tops the list of the most popular school in the U.S. for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree. Roughly 134,300 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $15,450 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $19,467 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 187 people received their master's degree in public relations from SNHU. Around 36% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 75% were women. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Southern New Hampshire University make a median salary of 57,362.
Syracuse University is the 2nd most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Each year, around 21,300 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $61,310 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $44,928 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 165 people received their master's degree in public relations from Syracuse. About 78% of this group were women, and 47% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Syracuse University make a median salary of 57,362.
The 3rd most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is Georgetown University. Roughly 19,300 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $64,896 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $58,848 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 157 people received their master's degree in public relations from Georgetown. About 80% of this group were women, and 26% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Georgetown University make a median salary of 57,362.
The 4th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is Boston University. Roughly 32,700 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $63,798 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $63,798 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 137 people received their master's degree in public relations from Boston U. Around 15% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 86% were women. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Boston University make a median salary of 57,362.
University of Southern California is the 5th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Each year, around 46,200 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $66,640 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $66,640 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 100 people received their master's degree in public relations from USC. Around 33% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 84% were women. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at University of Southern California make a median salary of 57,362.
The 6th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is West Virginia University. Each year, around 26,200 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $9,648 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $10,908 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 93 people received their master's degree in public relations from WVU. About 78% of this group were women, and 22% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group. West Virginia University public relations graduates who receive their master's degree go on to jobs earning a median salary of $57,362.
The 7th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is Universidad del Sagrado Corazon. Roughly 4,500 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $5,040 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $4,680 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 90 people received their master's degree in public relations from Sagrado. Around 100% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 67% were women. Universidad del Sagrado Corazon public relations graduates who receive their master's degree go on to jobs earning a median salary of $57,362.
The 8th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is George Washington University. Roughly 27,000 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $64,508 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $35,100 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 67 people received their master's degree in public relations from GWU. Of these students, 73% were women and 38% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Data shows that GWU graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
Texas Tech University is the 9th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Each year, around 40,300 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $8,935 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $6,956 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 64 people received their master's degree in public relations from Texas Tech. Around 34% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 68% were women. Texas Tech University public relations graduates who receive their master's degree go on to jobs earning a median salary of $57,362.
The 10th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is Troy University. Roughly 16,400 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $9,792 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $8,550 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 62 people received their master's degree in public relations from TROY. Of these students, 67% were women and 43% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Data shows that TROY graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
Full Sail University is the 11th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Each year, around 24,600 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $26,417 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $19,401 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 59 people received their master's degree in public relations from Full Sail University. Around 59% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 57% were women. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Full Sail University make a median salary of 57,362.
Northwestern University is the 12th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Roughly 22,600 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $64,887 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $52,698 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 52 people received their master's degree in public relations from Northwestern. Of these students, 96% were women and 22% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Data shows that Northwestern graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
Florida State University comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in public relations. Roughly 43,500 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $4,640 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $9,684 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 51 people received their master's degree in public relations from Florida State. Of these students, 88% were women and 39% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Florida State University make a median salary of 57,362.
The 14th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is Marist College. Roughly 6,600 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $45,330 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $16,560 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 46 people received their master's degree in public relations from Marist. About 78% of this group were women, and 20% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group. Marist College public relations graduates who receive their master's degree go on to jobs earning a median salary of $57,362.
Bellevue University is the 15th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Each year, around 13,000 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $8,136 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $11,682 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 41 people received their master's degree in public relations from Bellevue University. Of these students, 64% were women and 23% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Data shows that Bellevue University graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
The 16th most popular school in the country for public relations majors who are seeking their master's degree is Arkansas State University - Main Campus. Roughly 13,100 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $7,176 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $6,534 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 34 people received their master's degree in public relations from A-State. Around 25% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 76% were women. Arkansas State University - Main Campus public relations graduates who receive their master's degree go on to jobs earning a median salary of $57,362.
University of Oregon comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in public relations. Each year, around 21,700 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $12,240 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $16,659 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 34 people received their master's degree in public relations from UO. Of these students, 59% were women and 33% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Data shows that UO graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
Sacred Heart University is the 18th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Roughly 9,300 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $48,160 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $34,060 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 33 people received their master's degree in public relations from Sacred Heart. Around 29% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 87% were women. Data shows that Sacred Heart graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is the 18th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in public relations. Each year, around 52,000 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $14,496 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $19,116 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 33 people received their master's degree in public relations from UMN Twin Cities. Of these students, 76% were women and 18% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Data shows that UMN Twin Cities graduates that hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $57,362.
Quinnipiac University comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in public relations. Roughly 9,700 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $50,400 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $17,172 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 31 people received their master's degree in public relations from Quinnipiac. Around 17% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 86% were women. Those who complete their master's degree in public relations at Quinnipiac University make a median salary of 57,362.
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