Public Policy Schools in South Carolina
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Jobs for Public Policy Grads in South Carolina
There are 12,050 people in the state and 974,190 people in the nation working in Public Policy jobs.
Wages for Public Policy Jobs in South Carolina
A typical salary for a Public Policy grad in the state is $116,629, compared to a typical salary of $127,993 nationwide.
Most Popular Public Policy Programs in SC
There are 2 colleges in South Carolina that offer Public Policy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 2 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $51,401 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 38%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 93%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,774 a year. The school admits about 53% of applicants. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.
Public Policy Careers in SC
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 |
Related Majors in South Carolina
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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