Public Administration

Master's degree · South University-Virginia Beach · Virginia Beach, VA

CIP 44.04

$45,666Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,649Median earnings 4 years after
$46,093Median earnings 5 years after
$52,542Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Administration at South University-Virginia Beach earn a median of $45,666 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 $52,542, about 115% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Public Administration (Master's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Mason University
Fairfax
$78,076$41,000
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
$74,121—
Old Dominion University
Norfolk
$65,888$39,794
Liberty University
Lynchburg
$57,882$30,556
Regent University
Virginia Beach
$55,462—
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond
$53,777$26,604
Strayer University-Virginia
Arlington
$49,512$81,723

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Public Administration graduates from South University-Virginia Beach make?

The median salary is $45,666 one year after graduation and $46,093 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $52,542.

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