Public Administration
Master's degree · University of Akron Main Campus · Akron, OH
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$68,211Median earnings 4 years after
$65,969Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
2Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at University of Akron Main Campus earn a median of $48,000. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $81,408 four years after graduating (middle half: $60,052–$109,056).
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Kent State University at Kent Kent | $66,131 | $35,655 |
| Franklin University Columbus | $63,922 | $39,532 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $58,937 | $33,500 |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $55,481 | $41,000 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $47,732 | $28,000 |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $45,470 | $27,000 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $37,119 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from University of Akron Main Campus make?
The median salary is $48,000 and $65,969 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.