Public Administration

Bachelor's degree · Kean University · Union, NJ

CIP 44.04

$45,850Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$58,100Median earnings 4 years after

$55,299Median earnings 5 years after

$26,307Median federal debt

13Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Administration at Kean University earn a median of $45,850 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,093 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,237–$86,663). Median debt is $26,307, about 57% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from Kean University make?

The median salary is $45,850 one year after graduation and $55,299 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,307.

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