Public Policy Analysis

Bachelor's degree · University of Chicago · Chicago, IL

CIP 44.05

$60,057Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$94,237Median earnings 4 years after
$99,986Median earnings 5 years after
$17,492Median federal debt
90Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Policy Analysis at University of Chicago earn a median of $60,057 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $73,721 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,280–$104,068). Median debt is $17,492, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Public Policy Analysis (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Northwestern University
Evanston
$48,558$18,750
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago
$35,205$14,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from University of Chicago make?

The median salary is $60,057 one year after graduation and $99,986 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,492.

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