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Public Relations Schools in New York

317 PR students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Public Relations is the 26th most popular major out of a total 105 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Public Relations Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 262
Master’s Degree 55

Gender Distribution

In New York, a PR major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of PR majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 14.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.4%
  • White: 59.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.3%
  • Other Races: 5.7%
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Jobs for Public Relations Grads in New York

40,370 people in the state and 365,850 in the nation are employed in jobs related to PR.

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Wages for Public Relations Jobs in New York

PR grads earn an average of $90,470 in the state and $78,090 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in New York that offer PR degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

133 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
21,322 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 2.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#2

Hofstra University

Hempstead
67 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
10,444 Total Students

The average student takes 4.17 years to complete their degree at Hofstra. The 1.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

#3

SUNY Fredonia

Fredonia
40 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
4,055 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,138 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,378.

#4

SUNY Oswego

Oswego
38 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
7,636 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 4.40% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $42,194 after graduation.

#5

SUNY Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
5,109 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,691. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time.

#6

Utica College

Utica
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
4,613 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $49,297 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

#6

Mercy College

Dobbs Ferry
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
9,547 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.43 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

#8

LIU Post

Brookville
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
15,066 Total Students

The 5.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private school has an average net price of $26,069. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 44% are considered full time.

#9

Iona College

New Rochelle
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
3,590 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. Graduates earn an average $53,700 after graduation.

Public Relations Careers in NY

Some of the careers PR majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Public Relations and Fundraising Managers 17% $149,400
Advertising and Promotions Managers 11% $157,710

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
613
PR & Applied Communication 355
Advertising 293
Sports Communication 54
Other PR & Applied Communication 49
Organizational Communication 37
International Communication 27
Scientific Communication 2

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