Public Administration
Master's degree · Clark Atlanta University · Atlanta, GA
$44,574Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,522Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$56,556Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Clark Atlanta University earn a median of $44,574 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). Median debt is $56,556, about 127% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $56,196 | $34,250 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $56,175 | — |
| University of Georgia Athens | $54,613 | $30,250 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $50,197 | $38,500 |
| Strayer University-Georgia Chamblee | $49,512 | $81,723 |
| Augusta University Augusta | $48,500 | $31,699 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $47,999 | $29,312 |
| South University-Savannah Online Savannah | $45,666 | $52,542 |
| South University-Savannah Savannah | $45,666 | $52,542 |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $43,810 | $32,434 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $43,325 | — |
| Albany State University Albany | $40,384 | — |
Other programs at Clark Atlanta University
- Social WorkMaster's degree
$43,184 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$30,518 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$28,554 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$27,715 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$27,016 - Curriculum and InstructionBachelor's degree
$25,194 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$24,763 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$22,328 - Radio, Television, and Digital CommunicationBachelor's degree
$21,413 - Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's degree
$20,974 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$24,839 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$90,217 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Clark Atlanta University make?
The median salary is $44,574 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $56,556.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.