Public Administration
Master's degree · Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg · Middletown, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg earn a median of $69,773 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 59% of first-year earnings.
Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $83,208 | $41,000 |
| Villanova University Villanova | $72,577 | $38,458 |
| Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park | $69,773 | $41,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $69,773 | $41,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $66,915 | $40,772 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg | $52,644 | — |
| Strayer University-Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $49,512 | $81,723 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg make?
The median salary is $69,773 one year after graduation and $89,144 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.