Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how Portland State University compares to other colleges that offer public administration.
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Public Administration majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Portland State University report a median salary of $79,673 a year. This is above $56,923, the median for all majors at Portland State University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,685 | $27,132 |
| Fees | $2,004 | $2,004 |
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Among recent graduates, 38% of public administration master’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The majority of public administration master’s degree graduates at Portland State University are White. Roughly 73% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Portland State University with a master’s in public administration.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the public administration majors at Portland State University.