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Public Policy in Washington

Public Policy Schools in Washington

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in Washington

16,630 people in the state and 974,190 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Public Policy.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. WA

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in Washington

In this state, Public Policy grads earn an average of $144,584. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,993.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. WA

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

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,990 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 92%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $43,326 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 90%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 69%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $49,447 a year. About 85% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 80%.

Public Policy Careers in WA

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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