Public Administration

Bachelor's degree · Rhode Island College · Providence, RI

CIP 44.04

$32,409Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

10Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Administration at Rhode Island College earn a median of $32,409 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,093 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,237–$86,663).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from Rhode Island College make?

The median salary is $32,409 one year after graduation.

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