8 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Central Christian College of Kansas
McPherson, Kansas
|
$12,473 | $21,000 | 23.0% | |
| 2 |
Fort Hays State University
Hays, Kansas
|
$13,493 | $5,633 | 47.8% | 88.0% |
| 3 |
Wichita State University
Wichita, Kansas
|
$13,776 | $9,322 | 51.4% | 94.9% |
| 4 |
Newman University
Wichita, Kansas
|
$19,045 | $35,500 | 53.8% | 51.0% |
| 5 |
Tabor College
Hillsboro, Kansas
|
$19,868 | $35,050 | 32.9% | 52.7% |
| 6 |
Sterling College
Sterling, Kansas
|
$22,403 | $32,200 | 29.0% | 61.1% |
| 7 |
Kansas Wesleyan University
Salina, Kansas
|
$23,369 | $33,470 | 38.5% | 69.6% |
| 8 |
McPherson College
McPherson, Kansas
|
$24,837 | $35,162 | 52.0% | 65.9% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the $11,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?
Central Christian College of Kansas offers the lowest net cost at $12,473 despite being private, likely due to generous aid packages. McPherson College charges $24,837 net, reflecting typical private college pricing without equivalent financial assistance.
How do graduation rates compare between affordable public and private options?
Fort Hays State University achieves a 47.8% graduation rate at $13,493 net cost, while Wichita State University reaches 51.4% at $13,776 net. Both outperform several private colleges that cost significantly more but graduate fewer than 40% of students.
Does acceptance rate indicate program competitiveness in Kansas communication schools?
Most Kansas communication programs accept over 60% of applicants, with Wichita State University accepting 94.85% and Fort Hays State at 88.02%. Newman University stands out as more selective at 51.03% acceptance, though this correlates with its higher $19,045 net cost.
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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.