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Public education delivers the strongest value for communications students in Puerto Rico, where UPR-Rio Piedras charges just $6,507 annually while producing graduates who earn $18,498. This flagship campus maintains selective 52% admission standards and achieves a 52% graduation rate. The island's tourism industry and growing digital marketing sector create steady demand for bilingual communications professionals who can navigate both Spanish and English markets.
7
Programs
$6,507 – $14,072
Net Price Range
$17,581
Avg. Program Earnings
41.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $6,507 $5,324 52.5% 51.6%
2 $7,559 $6,920 31.1%
3 $7,668 $6,920 30.2%
4 $8,245 $5,580 43.1% 52.8%
5 $10,082 $6,340 47.9% 94.7%
6 $13,024 $6,360 43.6% 55.2%
7 $14,072 $7,986 40.2% 55.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes UPR-Rio Piedras stand out among Puerto Rico's communications programs?

UPR-Rio Piedras combines the lowest net cost at $6,507 with the highest graduate earnings at $18,498, creating strong return on investment. The campus also maintains competitive admission standards with a 52% acceptance rate while achieving the strongest graduation rate among affordable options.

How do private and public program costs compare in Puerto Rico?

Public universities offer significant savings, with UPR-Rio Piedras costing $6,507 compared to private options ranging from $7,559 to $13,024. Even UPR-Carolina at $14,072 falls within the middle range of private school pricing.

Where do communications graduates typically find work in Puerto Rico?

The island's tourism industry, government agencies, and emerging tech sector employ many communications graduates. Bilingual professionals often work with mainland US companies seeking Spanish-language marketing expertise, with starting salaries ranging from $16,663 to $18,498.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.