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Public Policy in North Carolina

Public Policy Schools in North Carolina

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 34,350 people employed in jobs related to a Public Policy degree, compared to 974,190 nationwide.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. NC

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in North Carolina

A typical salary for a Public Policy grad in the state is $126,110, compared to a typical salary of $127,993 nationwide.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. NC

Our data covers 3 colleges in North Carolina offering Public Policy degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Duke University

Durham

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $74,497 a year. About 7% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 96%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $51,058 a year. With an admission rate of 19%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $44,953 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 80% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

Public Policy Careers in NC

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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