Public Administration

Master's degree · Boise State University · Boise, ID

CIP 44.04

$55,582Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$65,231Median earnings 4 years after
$61,703Median earnings 5 years after
$23,596Median federal debt
25Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Boise State University earn a median of $55,582 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 $23,596, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Idaho schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Idaho
Moscow
$60,531—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from Boise State University make?

The median salary is $55,582 one year after graduation and $61,703 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,596.

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