Public Administration
Master's degree · Valdosta State University · Valdosta, GA
$43,810Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$68,427Median earnings 4 years after
$59,110Median earnings 5 years after
$32,434Median federal debt
49Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Valdosta State University earn a median of $43,810 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 $32,434, about 74% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| Clark Atlanta University Atlanta | $44,574 | $56,556 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $43,325 | — |
| Albany State University Albany | $40,384 | — |
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$41,483
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Valdosta State University make?
The median salary is $43,810 one year after graduation and $59,110 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $32,434.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.