Public Administration
Master's degree · Northern Michigan University · Marquette, MI
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,709Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
6Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Northern Michigan University earn a median of $60,709. 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 Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $67,233 | $35,575 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $62,493 | $41,000 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $62,310 | $41,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $60,337 | — |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $58,501 | $42,250 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $57,637 | — |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $57,449 | $35,751 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $55,254 | $46,967 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $48,561 | $30,750 |
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$34,319
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Northern Michigan University make?
The median salary is $60,709.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.