Public Administration
Master's degree · Kean University · Union, NJ
$54,826Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$72,414Median earnings 4 years after
$65,532Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
31Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Kean University earn a median of $54,826 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 $41,000, about 75% of first-year earnings.
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison | $66,770 | $41,000 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck | $66,770 | $41,000 |
| Rider University Lawrenceville | $66,509 | — |
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $58,428 | $47,905 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $58,428 | $47,905 |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $58,428 | $47,905 |
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $52,985 | — |
| Strayer University-New Jersey Piscataway | $49,512 | $81,723 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Kean University make?
The median salary is $54,826 one year after graduation and $65,532 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.