Public Administration at Post University
If you plan to study Public Administration, you may want to check out the program at Post University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Post University is located in Waterbury, CT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 28 public administration degrees were awarded at Post University.
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Studying Online at Post University
Distance learning is available at Post University. Among 16,178 students, 15,053 (93%) studied exclusively online and 221 (1%) took at least some classes online.
Public Administration Rankings at Post University
Use these rankings to compare Post University’s Public Administration program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #5 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #15 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #171 of 252 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #181 of 258 |
Earnings for Public Administration Graduates from Post University
Graduates of Post University’s Public Administration program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $73,466 |
| 2 years | $76,460 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Public Administration graduates at Post University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Public Administration graduates at Post University are 54% women (15) and 46% men (13).
Public Administration Master’s Program at Post University
Of the 28 master’s public administration degrees awarded at Post University, 54% were women (15) and 46% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Public Administration master’s degree recipients at Post University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 71% of Public Administration master’s degree recipients at Post University, above the national average of 40%.*
*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 Post University
The Public Administration program at Post University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | 28 |
Best-Paid Careers for Public Administration Graduates
Those who complete Public Administration program at Post University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Public Administration majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.