Public Policy Analysis

Bachelor's degree · Cornell University · Ithaca, NY

CIP 44.05

$77,906Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$126,767Median earnings 4 years after
$107,508Median earnings 5 years after
$15,125Median federal debt
44Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Policy Analysis at Cornell University earn a median of $77,906 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 $15,125, about 19% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Hamilton College
Clinton
$56,158$17,000
Empire State University
Saratoga Springs
$52,614$23,642

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from Cornell University make?

The median salary is $77,906 one year after graduation and $107,508 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,125.

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