Public Administration
Master's degree · University of Illinois Chicago · Chicago, IL
$59,815Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$81,041Median earnings 4 years after
$80,598Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
19Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $59,815 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 $41,000, about 69% of first-year earnings.
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $73,260 | $44,568 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $65,378 | $46,243 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $62,849 | $30,500 |
| University of Illinois Springfield Springfield | $61,014 | $31,525 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $51,703 | $33,859 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $42,605 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from University of Illinois Chicago make?
The median salary is $59,815 one year after graduation and $80,598 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.