by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Northwestern University ranks among other schools offering degrees in public administration.
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Public Administration majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University report a median salary of $95,107 a year. This is below $111,206, the median for all majors at Northwestern University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,276 | $67,158 |
| Fees | $1,164 | $1,164 |
Read more about Northwestern University tuition and fees.
Among recent graduates, 33% of public administration master’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.
The largest share of public administration master’s degree graduates at Northwestern University were White. Approximately 59% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a master’s in public administration.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 48 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 11 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the public administration majors at Northwestern University.