Public Policy Analysis

Bachelor's degree · University of Michigan-Ann Arbor · Ann Arbor, MI

CIP 44.05

$49,685Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$73,749Median earnings 4 years after
$86,020Median earnings 5 years after
$21,000Median federal debt
77Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Policy Analysis at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor earn a median of $49,685 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 $21,000, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Michigan State University
East Lansing
$43,005$25,822

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor make?

The median salary is $49,685 one year after graduation and $86,020 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,000.

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