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Public Policy in Connecticut

Public Policy Schools in Connecticut

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in Connecticut

There are 9,210 people in the state and 974,190 people in the nation working in Public Policy jobs.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. CT

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in Connecticut

In this state, Public Policy grads earn an average of $137,181. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,993.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. CT

There are 4 colleges in Connecticut that offer Public Policy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,816 after earning their degree at this institution. About 54% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 91%.

#2

Trinity College

Hartford

Graduates earn a median salary of $51,307 in their first year after graduation. About 34% of those who apply are admitted. 91% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

Yale University

New Haven

Graduates earn a median salary of $64,379 in their first year after graduation. About 4% of those who apply are admitted. 99% of full-time students return after their first year.

#4

University of Saint Joseph

West Hartford

Graduates earn a median salary of $67,243 in their first year after graduation. About 80% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.

Public Policy Careers in CT

Some of the careers Public Policy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary 12% $66,472
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 11% $46,663
Medical and Health Services Managers 9% $129,557
Legislators 9% $167,600
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other 6% $42,168
Political Scientists 5% $71,521
Social Science Research Assistants 5% $41,630
Transportation Planners 4% $50,855
Education Teachers, Postsecondary 2% $98,329

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Public Policy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Social Work 58,176
Public Administration 13,993
Human Services 11,674
Community Organization & Advocacy 2,651
Other Public Administration 518

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