Public Administration
Master's degree · Florida Atlantic University · Boca Raton, FL
$58,263Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$73,084Median earnings 4 years after
$65,243Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Florida Atlantic University earn a median of $58,263 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).
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Miami Coral Gables | $69,710 | $87,205 |
| Barry University Miami | $66,107 | $41,000 |
| Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale | $66,078 | $61,500 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $59,742 | $36,780 |
| Florida International University Miami | $59,096 | $38,413 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $56,061 | $26,000 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $56,031 | — |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers | $54,883 | — |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $53,302 | — |
| Strayer University-Florida Tampa | $49,512 | $81,723 |
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$59,558
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Florida Atlantic University make?
The median salary is $58,263 one year after graduation and $65,243 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.