Public Administration
Master's degree · University of South Carolina-Columbia · Columbia, SC
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$73,895Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at University of South Carolina-Columbia earn a median of $73,895. 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 South Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Clemson University Clemson | $65,949 | $46,000 |
| College of Charleston Charleston | $51,115 | $40,493 |
| Strayer University-South Carolina Greenville | $49,512 | $81,723 |
| South University-Columbia Columbia | $45,666 | $52,542 |
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$91,372 - ChemistryDoctoral degree
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$82,954 - Curriculum and InstructionDoctoral degree
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$73,174 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$72,370 - International BusinessBachelor's degree
$70,992 - StatisticsBachelor's degree
$69,543
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Administration graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia make?
The median salary is $73,895.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.