Public Administration
Master's degree · University of Alabama at Birmingham · Birmingham, AL
$48,736Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$61,916Median earnings 4 years after
$63,734Median earnings 5 years after
$36,487Median federal debt
23Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at University of Alabama at Birmingham earn a median of $48,736 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $81,408 four years after graduating (middle half: $60,052–$109,056). Median debt is $36,487, about 75% of first-year earnings.
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Southern University Orange Beach | $63,643 | $40,144 |
| Troy University Troy | $51,555 | $44,295 |
| Strayer University-Alabama Birmingham | $49,512 | $81,723 |
| South University-Montgomery Montgomery | $45,666 | $52,542 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from University of Alabama at Birmingham make?
The median salary is $48,736 one year after graduation and $63,734 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $36,487.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.