by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. In addition, we cover how WVU ranks in comparison to other schools with public relations programs.
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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 WVU was ranked #58 on College Factual's Best Schools for public relations list.
In 2021, 93 students received their master’s degree in public relations from WVU. This makes it the #6 most popular school for public relations master’s degree candidates in the country.
Public Relations majors graduating with a master's degree from WVU make a median salary of $52,874 a year. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all public relations graduates with a master's is $50,365.
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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 West Virginia University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 93 students earned a master's degree in public relations from WVU. About 76% of these graduates were women and the other 24% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 88% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a master's in public relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 82 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Journalism | 176 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 101 |
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