by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how USU ranks among other schools offering degrees in public relations.
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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.
BA in Communication - Public Relations
Prepare to develop your skills in building mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their public audiences.
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.
The bachelor's program at USU was ranked #166 on College Factual's Best Schools for public relations list. It is also ranked #2 in Utah.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Utah State University handed out 27 bachelor's degrees in public relations & advertising. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
Public Relations majors who earn their bachelor's degree from USU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $34,124 a year. This is less than $36,826, which is the national median of all public relations majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
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MS in Marketing - New Media & Communications
Explore how emerging media impacts the study of culture, relationships and messages with this online master's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the public relations majors at Utah State University.
Of the 27 public relations students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from USU, about 30% were men and 70% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at USU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Utah State University with a bachelor's in public relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication & Media Studies | 59 |
| Journalism | 52 |
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