Public Administration

Bachelor's degree · Texas State University · San Marcos, TX

CIP 44.04

$46,491Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,074Median earnings 4 years after
$52,103Median earnings 5 years after
$24,141Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Public Administration at Texas State University earn a median of $46,491 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). Median debt is $24,141, about 52% of first-year earnings.

Public Administration (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio
$38,358$20,000
The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson
$36,328$18,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from Texas State University make?

The median salary is $46,491 one year after graduation and $52,103 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,141.

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