Cheapest Public Relations Colleges in Oregon

Oregon's Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication programs show a striking $14,589 cost difference between the most and least expensive options. The University of Oregon leads with a $21,782 net price, while private institutions push toward $36,000 annually. With Nike's headquarters in Beaverton and Portland's growing creative agency scene, graduates enter a state where communication professionals earn between $25,824 and $41,205 depending on their program choice.

Programs

$21,782 – $36,371

Net Price Range

$35,606

Avg. Program Earnings

69.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$21,782	$15,669	71.5%	86.3%
2	Bushnell University Eugene, Oregon	$23,520	$34,740	61.8%	66.9%
3	Linfield University McMinnville, Oregon	$27,341	$49,530	65.2%	88.7%
4	George Fox University Newberg, Oregon	$29,981	$40,940	68.7%	91.7%
5	University of Portland Portland, Oregon	$36,371	$54,900	80.4%	92.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the University of Oregon's program stand out financially?

The University of Oregon offers the lowest net cost at $21,782, nearly $15,000 less than the most expensive option. With a 71.5% graduation rate and $39,789 median earnings, students get strong value for their investment.

How do private university graduates compare in debt levels?

University of Portland graduates carry the lowest debt at $17,509 despite the highest net price of $36,371. George Fox University students graduate with $21,500 in debt, while their earnings potential starts at $25,824 annually.

Where do most students get accepted for these programs?

Acceptance rates range from 66.85% at Bushnell University to 92.51% at University of Portland. Four of the five schools accept over 86% of applicants, making admission relatively accessible across the state.

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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.