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Advertising Schools in California

In 2020-2021, 183 students earned their Advertising degrees in CA.

In terms of popularity, Advertising is the 38th most popular major in the state out of a total 92 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Advertising Majors in California

Advertising majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 121
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 35
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 35
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 35
Associate Degree 20
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 7
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 7

Gender Distribution

In California, a advertising major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of advertising majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 13.1%
  • Black or African American: 4.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 25.7%
  • White: 37.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.3%
  • Other Races: 9.8%
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Jobs for Advertising Grads in California

4,910 people in the state and 54,360 in the nation are employed in jobs related to advertising.

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Wages for Advertising Jobs in California

Advertising grads earn an average of $137,630 in the state and $78,090 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in California that offer advertising degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

44 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
9,554 Total Students

The 1.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $38,846.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
36,208 Total Students

In their early career, San Jose State grads earn an average salary of $57,540. 45% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.98 years.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
10,068 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.50%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $64,896 after earning their degree at this institution.

#4

Santa Monica College

Santa Monica
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
25,948 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $4,384. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 30 to 1. In their early career, SMC grads earn an average salary of $31,674.

#5

Palomar College

San Marcos
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
21,141 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,297 after earning their degree at this institution. 32% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
20,027 Total Students

89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,056 after earning their degree at this institution.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
959 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Graduates earn an average $48,131 after graduation. This private institution charges an average net price of $21,259.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
14,667 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $4,188. 92% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 29 to 1.

Advertising Careers in CA

Some of the careers advertising majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Advertising and Promotions Managers 7% $121,800

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to advertising.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Public Relations 334
PR & Applied Communication 156
Other PR & Applied Communication 83
Health Communication 64
Scientific Communication 34
Organizational Communication 26
International Communication 23

View all majors related to Advertising

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