Public Administration at James Madison University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public Administration, take a look at what James Madison University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
James Madison University is in Harrisonburg, VA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 55 public administration degrees were awarded at James Madison University.
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Studying Online at James Madison University
Distance learning is available at James Madison University. Among 22,740 students, 968 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,368 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Public Administration Rankings at James Madison University
These rankings give you a sense of how James Madison University’s Public Administration program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #31 of 258 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #192 of 252 |
Earnings for Public Administration Graduates from James Madison University
Graduates of James Madison University’s Public Administration program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,423 |
| 2 years | $42,353 |
| 3 years | $54,321 |
| 4 years | $57,994 |
| 5 years | $74,441 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Public Administration graduates from James Madison University take home a median $57,994, compared with $63,974 for all James Madison University graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Public Administration graduates from James Madison University stands at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Public Administration graduates at James Madison University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Public Administration graduates at James Madison University are 45% women (25) and 55% men (30).
Public Administration Bachelor’s Program at James Madison University
Of the 46 bachelor’s public administration graduates at James Madison University, 46% were women (21) and 54% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Administration bachelor’s degree recipients at James Madison University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 15% of Public Administration bachelor’s degree recipients at James Madison University, below the national average of 43%.*
Public Administration Master’s Program at James Madison University
Among the 9 master’s public administration degrees awarded at James Madison University, 44% were women (4) and 56% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Administration master’s degree recipients at James Madison University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Public Administration Concentrations at James Madison University
The Public Administration program at James Madison University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | 55 |
Top-Paying Careers for Public Administration Graduates
Students who finish Public Administration program at James Madison University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Public Administration graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Legislators | $167,600 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| General and Operations Managers | $149,694 |
| Chief Executives | $138,534 |
| Supply Chain Managers | $138,103 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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