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 Otterbein ranks among other schools offering degrees in public relations.
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The bachelor's program at Otterbein was ranked #173 on College Factual's Best Schools for public relations list. It is also ranked #11 in Ohio.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Public Relations & Advertising Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 153 |
| Best Public Relations & Advertising Schools | 173 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Otterbein University handed out 25 bachelor's degrees in public relations & advertising. This is a decrease of 22% over the previous year when 32 degrees were handed out.
Public Relations majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Otterbein go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $37,430 a year. This is less than $39,794, which is the national median of all public relations majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Otterbein paid an average of $618 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $34,424 | $34,424 |
| Fees | $475 | $475 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,508 | $1,508 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,968 | $12,968 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,164 | $3,164 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 20% of public relations bachelor's degrees went to men and 80% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 88% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Otterbein University with a bachelor's in public relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the Otterbein public relations bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Otterbein Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the public relations majors at Otterbein University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication & Media Studies | 19 |
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