Public Administration

Bachelor's degree · Florida International University · Miami, FL

CIP 44.04

$46,281Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,424Median earnings 4 years after
$58,006Median earnings 5 years after
$23,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Administration at Florida International University earn a median of $46,281 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 $23,000, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Barry University
Miami
$103,107$33,381
Flagler College
Saint Augustine
$61,613$21,117
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton
$46,047$17,000
St Petersburg College
St. Petersburg
$42,735$24,619
University of Central Florida
Orlando
$38,681$16,875
Indian River State College
Fort Pierce
$38,521—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from Florida International University make?

The median salary is $46,281 one year after graduation and $58,006 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.

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