Public Policy Analysis

Master's degree · Georgetown University · Washington, DC

CIP 44.05

$83,403Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$110,634Median earnings 4 years after
$111,540Median earnings 5 years after
$99,635Median federal debt
83Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Policy Analysis at Georgetown University earn a median of $83,403 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $93,020 four years after graduating (middle half: $70,186–$121,540). Median debt is $99,635, about 119% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Public Policy Analysis (Master's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Washington University
Washington
$76,399$53,242
American University
Washington
$67,929$54,986

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from Georgetown University make?

The median salary is $83,403 one year after graduation and $111,540 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $99,635.

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