Public Administration
Bachelor's degree · Indian River State College · Fort Pierce, FL
$38,521Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,032Median earnings 4 years after
$38,943Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
23Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Administration at Indian River State College earn a median of $38,521 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).
Public Administration (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Barry University Miami | $103,107 | $33,381 |
| Flagler College Saint Augustine | $61,613 | $21,117 |
| Florida International University Miami | $46,281 | $23,000 |
| 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 |
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$36,107 - Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesUndergraduate certificate
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$28,874 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$25,578 - Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesUndergraduate certificate
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$39,935 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$40,425
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Indian River State College make?
The median salary is $38,521 one year after graduation and $38,943 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.