Bachelor in Advertising (Bachelor's)

Tuition fees for Bachelor in Advertising (Bachelor's) are 49,466 USD per year.

This field studies how to create, carry, send, and evaluate commercial messages in different media to promote and sell products, services, and brands. It includes advertising theory, marketing strategy, design and production methods, campaign methods and techniques, media management, business management principles, and technical equipment skills.

It prepares students for work as advertising assistants, technicians, and managers. These skills apply to planning and managing advertising campaigns and media work.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 64% of applicants.

Drake University places students in Des Moines, a city with connections to the arts, business, politics, and food. The campus offers an open environment for students who want to begin with a clear academic interest or take time to discover a direction. Hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and support designed to help students gain their footing are part of the Drake experience.

Academic options span more than 150 programs across seven colleges and schools. Faculty help students connect classroom learning with research, internships, and other practical experiences. Personalized mentorship is central to the student experience, with faculty available to support students as they work toward their goals. Global perspectives are integrated into campus life through learning alongside students from around the world and opportunities on campus and across the globe.

Community service is also part of learning at Drake. Students, faculty, and staff contribute more than 230,000 hours each year through volunteer work, outreach, and pro-bono service in the Des Moines community. International students can expect a setting that links academic study with local engagement and global perspectives, while the city provides access to cultural, civic, business, and culinary experiences beyond campus.