Public Administration

Bachelor's degree · California State University-San Bernardino · San Bernardino, CA

CIP 44.04

$36,969Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,534Median earnings 4 years after
$54,225Median earnings 5 years after
$12,904Median federal debt
—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Administration at California State University-San Bernardino earn a median of $36,969 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,093 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,237–$86,663). Median debt is $12,904, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Public Administration (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
National University
San Diego
$77,077$29,181
California State University-Northridge
Northridge
$76,049$36,442
California Baptist University
Riverside
$68,682$36,707
California State University-Dominguez Hills
Carson
$45,471$17,250
San Diego State University
San Diego
$41,020$14,999
California State University-Fullerton
Fullerton
$36,626$12,981

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from California State University-San Bernardino make?

The median salary is $36,969 one year after graduation and $54,225 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,904.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.