Public Administration
Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
The Public Administration program at Virginia Commonwealth University is available at Doctoral's, Graduate Certificate's, and Master's levels. The Master program, with 34 completers, is the most popular. Graduates earn a median salary of $76,945 four years after completion, compared to a national median of $100,861 for Public Administration programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Chief Executives, Construction Managers, and Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers. Construction Managers is projected to grow 9% over the next decade. The median salary for Chief Executives is $206,680.
Doctoral
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
3
Graduate Certificate
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
11
Master
Median Earnings (4yr)
$76,945
Completers
34
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Executives | $206,680 | Not reported | 211,230 |
| Construction Managers | $104,900 | 9% | 329,190 |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $99,200 | 6% | 198,780 |
| Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | $88,670 | Not reported | 13,810 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $81,800 | 3% | 42,690 |
Show 3 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social and Community Service Managers | $77,030 | 6% | 173,650 |
| Traffic Technicians | $52,240 | Not reported | 7,530 |
| Legislators | $47,290 | Not reported | 32,460 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$16,945
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,109
Graduation Rate
64.2%
Total Enrollment
20,753
Same Program at Other Institutions
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