Public Administration
Master's degree · Wright State University-Main Campus · Dayton, OH
$47,732Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$76,622Median earnings 4 years after
$68,580Median earnings 5 years after
$28,000Median federal debt
14Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Wright State University-Main Campus earn a median of $47,732 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 $28,000, about 59% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| 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 Wright State University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $47,732 one year after graduation and $68,580 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.