Public Administration
Master's degree · Oakland University · Rochester Hills, MI
$55,254Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$79,238Median earnings 4 years after
$80,728Median earnings 5 years after
$46,967Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Oakland University earn a median of $55,254 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 $46,967, about 85% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $48,561 | $30,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Oakland University make?
The median salary is $55,254 one year after graduation and $80,728 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $46,967.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.