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Public Policy in Kentucky

Public Policy Schools in Kentucky

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in Kentucky

There are 11,630 people in the state and 974,190 people in the nation working in Public Policy jobs.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. KY

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in Kentucky

A typical salary for a Public Policy grad in the state is $106,985, compared to a typical salary of $127,993 nationwide.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. KY

There is one school in the state that offers this degree.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $45,496 a year. The school admits about 92% of applicants. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.

Public Policy Careers in KY

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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