Public Administration
Master's degree · University of Massachusetts-Boston · Boston, MA
$67,584Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$81,029Median earnings 4 years after
$85,920Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at University of Massachusetts-Boston earn a median of $67,584 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).
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge | $133,307 | $70,763 |
| Anna Maria College Paxton | $110,456 | $20,759 |
| Boston University Boston | $82,601 | — |
| Suffolk University Boston | $78,504 | $41,000 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $66,436 | $41,000 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $66,436 | $41,000 |
| Clark University Worcester | $61,207 | — |
| Framingham State University Framingham | $59,568 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston make?
The median salary is $67,584 one year after graduation and $85,920 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.