Public Policy Analysis
Master's degree · Teachers College at Columbia University · New York, NY
$56,168Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$87,221Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$41,599Median federal debt
35Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Policy Analysis at Teachers College at Columbia University earn a median of $56,168 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $93,020 four years after graduating (middle half: $70,186–$121,540). Median debt is $41,599, about 74% of first-year earnings.
Public Policy Analysis (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The New School New York | $69,579 | $61,796 |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook | $54,079 | $20,391 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Policy Analysis graduates from Teachers College at Columbia University make?
The median salary is $56,168 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,599.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.