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#1

#1 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA

In 2016, Harvard received a record breaking amount of first year applications: 39,044.

Acceptance Rate

3%

Annual Degrees Awarded

310

SAT Score

1,500–1,590

Est. Net Price *

$19,491

Median Starting Salary

$42,766

#2

#2 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY

In general, Marist College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

61

SAT Score

1,210–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$39,364

Median Starting Salary

$61,591

#3

#3 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY

Syracuse University is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 41,000 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

184

SAT Score

1,280–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$43,651

Median Starting Salary

$53,766

#4

#4 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

American University
Washington, DC

American University is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

155

SAT Score

1,310–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$41,369

Median Starting Salary

$53,508

#5

#5 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, NY

Columbia University requires all freshman students to apply online, using either The Coalition Application...

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

241

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$22,058

Median Starting Salary

$42,076

#6

#6 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

176

SAT Score

1,030–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$5,001

Median Starting Salary

$49,071

#7

#7 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Rutgers University-Newark
Newark, NJ

Rutgers University-Newark is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 15,000 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

128

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$16,578

Median Starting Salary

$50,780

#8

#8 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

Every year, Penn receives approximately 54,600 applications from prospective freshman with an acceptance...

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

91

SAT Score

1,500–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$26,123

Median Starting Salary

$44,188

#9

#9 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL

Northwestern University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

87

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$22,095

Median Starting Salary

$47,655

#10

#10 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
New York, NY

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

158

SAT Score

1,180–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$4,991

Median Starting Salary

$43,340

#11

#11 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

Indiana University-Bloomington is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

155

SAT Score

1,220–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$16,234

Median Starting Salary

$54,053

#12

#12 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Northridge
Northridge, CA

California State University-Northridge is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

238

SAT Score

900–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$8,936

Median Starting Salary

$48,249

#13

#13 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Generally, New York University is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

175

SAT Score

1,470–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$29,499

Median Starting Salary

$48,128

#14

#14 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA

In general, the University of Southern California is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

111

SAT Score

1,450–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$36,808

Median Starting Salary

$45,822

#15

#15 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT

Generally, Brigham Young University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

90

SAT Score

1,280–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$13,521

Median Starting Salary

$48,608

#16

#16 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Cornell University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

73

SAT Score

1,470–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$26,060

Median Starting Salary

$50,292

#17

#17 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Clark University
Worcester, MA

Clark University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives roughly 8,790 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

52

SAT Score

1,260–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$32,053

Median Starting Salary

$56,285

#18

#18 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA

Anna Maria College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

89

SAT Score

780–990

Est. Net Price *

$23,894

Median Starting Salary

$54,035

#19

#19 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Ohio State University-Main Campus
Columbus, OH

Ohio State University-Main Campus is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

103

SAT Score

1,340–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$19,582

Median Starting Salary

$50,356

#20

#20 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle, WA

the University of Washington-Seattle Campus is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

197

SAT Score

1,230–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$10,603

Median Starting Salary

$46,318

#21

#21 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-College Station
College Station, TX

Texas A&M University-College Station is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

99

SAT Score

1,170–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$20,375

Median Starting Salary

$49,928

#22

#22 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Georgia
Athens, GA

the University of Georgia is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

78

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$17,180

Median Starting Salary

$51,017

#23

#23 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

the University of Connecticut is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

73

SAT Score

1,240–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$23,985

Median Starting Salary

$51,513

#24

#24 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO

the University of Missouri-Columbia is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

87

SAT Score

1,140–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$19,889

Median Starting Salary

$54,244

#25

#25 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

17%

Annual Degrees Awarded

62

SAT Score

1,370–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$10,614

Median Starting Salary

$49,672

#26

#26 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL

Overall, the University of Central Florida is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

116

SAT Score

1,210–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$13,108

Median Starting Salary

$46,989

#27

#27 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Illinois Springfield
Springfield, IL

the University of Illinois Springfield is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

54

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$11,733

Median Starting Salary

$48,023

#28

#28 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Villanova University
Villanova, PA

Villanova University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

23%

Annual Degrees Awarded

52

SAT Score

1,400–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$34,837

Median Starting Salary

$56,676

#29

#29 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA

California State University-San Bernardino is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

78

SAT Score

900–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$8,805

Median Starting Salary

$49,435

#30

#30 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Barry University
Miami, FL

Barry University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

123

SAT Score

930–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$20,207

Median Starting Salary

$49,382

#31

#31 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

Florida State University is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

69

SAT Score

1,220–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$14,003

Median Starting Salary

$48,062

#32

#32 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA

The Evergreen State College is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

48

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$16,318

Median Starting Salary

$49,366

#33

#33 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

George Mason University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 20,000 applications...

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

93

SAT Score

1,150–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$18,479

Median Starting Salary

$49,147

#34

#34 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

SUNY at Albany
Albany, NY

In general, SUNY at Albany is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

68

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$17,714

Median Starting Salary

$49,038

#35

#35 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

George Washington University
Washington, DC

George Washington University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

60

SAT Score

1,360–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$42,723

Median Starting Salary

$50,612

#36

#36 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

California State University-Long Beach is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

40%

Annual Degrees Awarded

104

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$9,346

Median Starting Salary

$47,237

#37

#37 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Overall, Florida International University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

95

SAT Score

1,070–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$9,881

Median Starting Salary

$46,673

#38

#38 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC

Generally, the College of Charleston is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,150–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$21,120

Median Starting Salary

$51,974

#39

#39 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR

Arkansas State University is a fairly selective school. Around 6,050 applications are received by the school...

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

102

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$12,011

Median Starting Salary

$48,762

#40

#40 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Drake University
Des Moines, IA

Drake University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

1,180–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$30,333

Median Starting Salary

$55,886

#41

#41 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Alfred University
Alfred, NY

Alfred University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$26,183

Median Starting Salary

$52,251

#42

#42 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC

North Carolina Central University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

58

SAT Score

840–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$13,708

Median Starting Salary

$50,272

#43

#43 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Troy University
Troy, AL

Troy University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

86

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$13,187

Median Starting Salary

$49,576

#44

#44 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus
Denver, CO

Overall, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is known for being a fairly selective...

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

118

SAT Score

1,050–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$16,079

Median Starting Salary

$48,236

#45

#45 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northeastern University
Boston, MA

Northeastern University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

1,450–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$35,827

Median Starting Salary

$50,853

#46

#46 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD

Johns Hopkins University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

7%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

1,520–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$24,034

Median Starting Salary

$50,092

#47

#47 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO

Generally, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

53

SAT Score

1,080–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$16,990

Median Starting Salary

$49,928

#48

#48 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Rutgers University-Camden
Camden, NJ

Overall, Rutgers University-Camden is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

1,040–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$14,151

Median Starting Salary

$50,720

#49

#49 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Binghamton University
Vestal, NY

In general, Binghamton University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

1,340–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$19,535

Median Starting Salary

$49,470

#50

#50 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA

California State University-Dominguez Hills is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

67

SAT Score

780–960

Est. Net Price *

$5,068

Median Starting Salary

$48,076

#51

#51 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

46

SAT Score

1,300–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$24,286

Median Starting Salary

$52,758

#52

#52 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD

Overall, the University of Baltimore is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

45

SAT Score

920–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$18,122

Median Starting Salary

$49,324

#53

#53 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Metropolitan College of New York
New York, NY

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

51

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$22,183

Median Starting Salary

$47,343

#54

#54 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Generally, Liberty University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

160

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$29,913

Median Starting Salary

$49,149

#55

#55 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

86

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$8,105

Median Starting Salary

$48,216

#56

#56 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

104

SAT Score

1,000–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,262

Median Starting Salary

$48,729

#57

#57 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University Campus Immersion is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

68

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$14,808

Median Starting Salary

$46,768

#58

#58 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Kean University
Union, NJ

Kean University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

50

SAT Score

900–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$10,747

Median Starting Salary

$51,548

#59

#59 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Guam
Mangilao, GU

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,603

Median Starting Salary

$49,401

#60

#60 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Teaneck, NJ

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

47

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,030

Median Starting Salary

$51,895

#61

#61 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH

In general, Ohio University-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,207

Median Starting Salary

$52,293

#62

#62 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Flint
Flint, MI

In general, the University of Michigan-Flint is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

950–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$10,840

Median Starting Salary

$49,193

#63

#63 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Grand Canyon University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives approximately 29,300 applications...

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

238

SAT Score

960–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$21,939

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#64

#64 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

In general, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

63

SAT Score

1,060–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$11,462

Median Starting Salary

$50,741

#65

#65 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

Auburn University is a highly selective school. They receive approximately 45,700 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

1,190–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$25,271

Median Starting Salary

$52,280

#66

#66 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Seattle University
Seattle, WA

Generally, Seattle University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,160–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$35,412

Median Starting Salary

$53,690

#67

#67 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Southern University and A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA

Southern University and A & M College is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

850–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$16,959

Median Starting Salary

$48,236

#68

#68 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Hilbert College
Hamburg, NY

Hilbert College is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 1,350 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

900–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$16,930

Median Starting Salary

$52,632

#69

#69 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Texas
Denton, TX

the University of North Texas is a somewhat selective school. They receive 32,016 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

60

SAT Score

1,010–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$15,283

Median Starting Salary

$49,509

#70

#70 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA

In general, Carnegie Mellon University is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$33,499

Median Starting Salary

$51,791

#71

#71 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Georgetown University
Washington, DC

Georgetown University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,420–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$35,566

Median Starting Salary

$50,518

#72

#72 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Montana
Missoula, MT

The University of Montana is a non selective school. The school receives roughly 8,900 applications each...

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

46

SAT Score

990–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$16,361

Median Starting Salary

$49,115

#73

#73 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana University-Kokomo
Kokomo, IN

Indiana University-Kokomo is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,010–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$6,648

Median Starting Salary

$51,688

#74

#74 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD

Overall, Bowie State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

800–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$13,886

Median Starting Salary

$51,141

#75

#75 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Clemson University
Clemson, SC

Clemson University is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

1,260–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$24,577

Median Starting Salary

$52,380

#76

#76 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Whiting, IN

Calumet College of Saint Joseph is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

34%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

810–980

Est. Net Price *

$13,634

Median Starting Salary

$50,191

#77

#77 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA

Overall, West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

1,090–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$22,973

Median Starting Salary

$56,317

#78

#78 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of the Pacific
Stockton, CA

In general, the University of the Pacific is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,150–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$28,164

Median Starting Salary

$48,993

#79

#79 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh, NC

North Carolina State University at Raleigh is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,300–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$14,852

Median Starting Salary

$50,154

#80

#80 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Norwich University
Northfield, VT

In general, Norwich University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$24,501

Median Starting Salary

$54,955

#81

#81 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Generally, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

51

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,159

Median Starting Salary

$49,256

#82

#82 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA

Overall, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,250–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$19,301

Median Starting Salary

$54,273

#83

#83 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Clayton State University
Morrow, GA

Overall, Clayton State University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

890–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$9,792

Median Starting Salary

$48,530

#84

#84 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Savannah State University
Savannah, GA

Savannah State University is a highly selective school. The institution receives approximately 10,000...

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

850–1,000

Est. Net Price *

$9,452

Median Starting Salary

$46,292

#85

#85 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI

In general, Central Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

52

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$15,605

Median Starting Salary

$53,113

#86

#86 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Delaware State University
Dover, DE

Generally, Delaware State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

850–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$11,886

Median Starting Salary

$52,531

#87

#87 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN

Generally, Hamline University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$23,021

Median Starting Salary

$52,137

#88

#88 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

Generally, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,290–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$16,018

Median Starting Salary

$52,640

#89

#89 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe, LA

the University of Louisiana at Monroe is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

1,050–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$11,353

Median Starting Salary

$49,393

#90

#90 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Delaware
Newark, DE

Overall, the University of Delaware is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,200–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$18,044

Median Starting Salary

$58,601

#91

#91 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-East Bay
Hayward, CA

California State University-East Bay is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

830–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$11,464

Median Starting Salary

$48,399

#92

#92 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

the University of Utah is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

1,130–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$12,399

Median Starting Salary

$47,648

#93

#93 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

SUNY Brockport
Brockport, NY

Overall, SUNY Brockport is a fairly selective school. They receive approximately 7,680 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

1,070–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$16,261

Median Starting Salary

$51,529

#94

#94 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA

Upper Iowa University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

960–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$24,563

Median Starting Salary

$49,078

#95

#95 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI

the University of Rhode Island is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,060–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,695

Median Starting Salary

$55,903

#96

#96 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Alaska Southeast
Juneau, AK

Generally, the University of Alaska Southeast is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

900–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$9,823

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#97

#97 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX

Overall, Texas Southern University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

830–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$11,826

Median Starting Salary

$49,188

#98

#98 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Suffolk University
Boston, MA

Overall, Suffolk University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,100–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$32,270

Median Starting Salary

$52,394

#99

#99 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL

In general, the University of Miami is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

19%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,340–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$36,467

Median Starting Salary

$48,803

#100

#100 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ

Centenary University is a non selective school. The school receives about 1,330 applications every admission...

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,935

Median Starting Salary

$53,303

#101

#101 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT

Overall, Southern Utah University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

48

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$12,681

Median Starting Salary

$50,878

#102

#102 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA

Overall, Old Dominion University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

47

SAT Score

1,100–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$16,098

Median Starting Salary

$49,330

#103

#103 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA

the University of San Francisco is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,240–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$42,953

Median Starting Salary

$50,984

#104

#104 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI

Generally, Roger Williams University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,140–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$37,964

Median Starting Salary

$61,226

#105

#105 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT

the University of Vermont is a fairly selective school. Around 30,000 applications are received by the...

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,280–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$21,849

Median Starting Salary

$56,251

#106

#106 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA

Georgia College & State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,070–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$20,301

Median Starting Salary

$55,549

#107

#107 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT

Fairfield University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,260–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$46,065

Median Starting Salary

$62,356

#108

#108 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA

Overall, California State University-Bakersfield is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

810–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$7,521

Median Starting Salary

$49,047

#109

#109 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX

Overall, The University of Texas at Dallas is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,180–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$13,555

Median Starting Salary

$46,006

#110

#110 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

DePaul University
Chicago, IL

In general, DePaul University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

1,110–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$32,151

Median Starting Salary

$51,965

#111

#111 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Texas at Dallas
Dallas, TX

the University of North Texas at Dallas is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

860–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$10,351

Median Starting Salary

$48,843

#112

#112 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN

Overall, Cumberland University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$18,528

Median Starting Salary

$51,395

#113

#113 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA

In general, the University of North Georgia is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$11,721

Median Starting Salary

$51,321

#114

#114 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY

In general, Kentucky State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

790–1,000

Est. Net Price *

$11,473

Median Starting Salary

$51,001

#115

#115 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

Generally, the University of South Florida is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$11,004

Median Starting Salary

$46,583

#116

#116 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC

Appalachian State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,090–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$13,084

Median Starting Salary

$52,139

#117

#117 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

the University of Kansas is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$18,950

Median Starting Salary

$52,047

#118

#118 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Norman, OK

Generally, the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,140–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$22,601

Median Starting Salary

$49,535

#119

#119 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia, SC

the University of South Carolina-Columbia is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,220–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$22,427

Median Starting Salary

$53,167

#120

#120 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,105

Median Starting Salary

$53,417

#121

#121 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Creighton University
Omaha, NE

Creighton University is a somewhat selective school. The institution receives about 8,000 applications each...

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,270–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$32,877

Median Starting Salary

$56,652

#122

#122 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

the University of Arizona is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,110–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$17,075

Median Starting Salary

$49,092

#123

#123 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield, MO

Missouri State University-Springfield is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$17,677

Median Starting Salary

$51,123

#124

#124 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana University-Northwest
Gary, IN

In general, Indiana University-Northwest is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$6,553

Median Starting Salary

$51,035

#125

#125 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Randall University
Moore, OK

Randall University is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

880–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$20,952

Median Starting Salary

$51,802

#126

#126 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Nova Southeastern University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

1,040–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$29,589

Median Starting Salary

$48,251

#127

#127 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Durham, NH

the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,130–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$24,507

Median Starting Salary

$56,694

#128

#128 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Texas State University is a non selective school. They receive about 28,900 applications every admission...

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

990–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,120

Median Starting Salary

$50,665

#129

#129 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Governors State University
University Park, IL

Generally, Governors State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

830–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$9,833

Median Starting Salary

$49,412

#130

#130 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

In general, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$13,951

Median Starting Salary

$49,317

#131

#131 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Generally, the University of Dayton is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,180–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$30,590

Median Starting Salary

$59,258

#132

#132 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID

In general, the University of Idaho is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,000–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$14,954

Median Starting Salary

$50,359

#133

#133 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Baylor University
Waco, TX

In general, Baylor University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,270–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$45,988

Median Starting Salary

$53,789

#134

#134 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,140–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$18,274

Median Starting Salary

$57,167

#135

#135 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,140–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$20,592

Median Starting Salary

$52,251

#136

#136 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL

Illinois Institute of Technology is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,250–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$28,702

Median Starting Salary

$44,520

#137

#137 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC

the University of North Carolina Wilmington is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,200–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$18,709

Median Starting Salary

$50,897

#138

#138 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

1,010–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$12,664

Median Starting Salary

$49,304

#139

#139 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Park University
Parkville, MO

Generally, Park University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$15,858

Median Starting Salary

$49,128

#140

#140 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
Ponce, PR

Overall, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

790–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$10,283

Median Starting Salary

$46,865

#141

#141 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY

the University of Kentucky is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$18,693

Median Starting Salary

$51,857

#142

#142 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Georgia State University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives approximately 26,000...

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$17,589

Median Starting Salary

$47,378

#143

#143 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Nebraska at Omaha
Omaha, NE

Generally, the University of Nebraska at Omaha is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

970–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$12,973

Median Starting Salary

$51,473

#144

#144 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Kent State University at Kent
Kent, OH

In general, Kent State University at Kent is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$19,046

Median Starting Salary

$51,983

#145

#145 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,040–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$21,294

Median Starting Salary

$51,363

#146

#146 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ

Seton Hall University is a somewhat selective school. Around 26,000 applications are received by the school...

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,250–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$33,472

Median Starting Salary

$52,719

#147

#147 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Murray State University
Murray, KY

Murray State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$11,042

Median Starting Salary

$50,900

#148

#148 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ

Generally, Rider University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,100–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$26,388

Median Starting Salary

$54,858

#149

#149 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA

the University of Iowa is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$19,587

Median Starting Salary

$53,755

#150

#150 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

the University of Oregon is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 37,200 applications...

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,160–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$22,077

Median Starting Salary

$50,258

#151

#151 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California Baptist University
Riverside, CA

California Baptist University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$27,304

Median Starting Salary

$50,938

#152

#152 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI

the University of Hawaii at Manoa is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

990–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,639

Median Starting Salary

$49,311

#153

#153 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

In general, the University of Alabama at Birmingham is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,150–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$16,834

Median Starting Salary

$47,874

#154

#154 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN

Lipscomb University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 3,700 applications every admission...

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,140–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$27,937

Median Starting Salary

$50,328

#155

#155 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA

Overall, the University of La Verne is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

970–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$25,103

Median Starting Salary

$49,061

#156

#156 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Baton Rouge, LA

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$21,296

Median Starting Salary

$50,309

#157

#157 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Cincinnati, OH

Generally, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$20,149

Median Starting Salary

$50,727

#158

#158 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

In general, Texas Tech University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,896

Median Starting Salary

$50,398

#159

#159 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of New Haven
West Haven, CT

the University of New Haven is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,090–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$33,135

Median Starting Salary

$56,625

#160

#160 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University is a non selective school. They receive roughly 18,200 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,020–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$12,202

Median Starting Salary

$51,907

#161

#161 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL

the University of Illinois Chicago is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,130–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$10,384

Median Starting Salary

$48,296

#162

#162 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA

Overall, Clark Atlanta University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$30,015

Median Starting Salary

$50,023

#163

#163 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Lowell, MA

the University of Massachusetts-Lowell is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,180–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$17,240

Median Starting Salary

$49,768

#164

#164 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, TX

The University of Texas Permian Basin is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

910–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$10,370

Median Starting Salary

$49,622

#165

#165 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Iowa State University
Ames, IA

Iowa State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$15,310

Median Starting Salary

$53,777

#166

#166 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Marywood University
Scranton, PA

In general, Marywood University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$22,504

Median Starting Salary

$54,970

#167

#167 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Chico
Chico, CA

In general, California State University-Chico is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,517

Median Starting Salary

$48,746

#168

#168 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

West Virginia State University
Institute, WV

West Virginia State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

880–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$11,684

Median Starting Salary

$50,939

#169

#169 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Madison, NJ

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$21,408

Median Starting Salary

$51,091

#170

#170 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

In general, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,417

Median Starting Salary

$50,643

#171

#171 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

San Diego State University is a highly selective school. They receive approximately 77,000 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$13,017

Median Starting Salary

$47,331

#172

#172 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

the University of Arkansas is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,070–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$16,208

Median Starting Salary

$51,924

#173

#173 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL

the University of North Florida is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,000–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$11,338

Median Starting Salary

$48,821

#174

#174 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT

In general, Sacred Heart University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

860–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$45,280

Median Starting Salary

$61,521

#175

#175 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Fullerton
Fullerton, CA

California State University-Fullerton is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,000–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$7,925

Median Starting Salary

$48,232

#176

#176 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD

Overall, the University of South Dakota is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$18,378

Median Starting Salary

$54,544

#177

#177 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Augusta University
Augusta, GA

Augusta University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$13,572

Median Starting Salary

$49,323

#178

#178 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

In general, the University of Missouri-Kansas City is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,090–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$14,739

Median Starting Salary

$48,308

#179

#179 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI

the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$12,827

Median Starting Salary

$54,861

#180

#180 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Westfield State University
Westfield, MA

In general, Westfield State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$18,021

Median Starting Salary

$55,576

#181

#181 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Albuquerque, NM

the University of New Mexico-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

970–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$10,633

Median Starting Salary

$48,083

#182

#182 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL

In general, Florida Gulf Coast University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,040–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$10,834

Median Starting Salary

$50,586

#183

#183 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO

Generally, Colorado Christian University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$23,313

Median Starting Salary

$49,823

#184

#184 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

In general, Wayne State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,050–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$15,347

Median Starting Salary

$47,948

#185

#185 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,080–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$15,364

Median Starting Salary

$48,005

#186

#186 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN

In general, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,843

Median Starting Salary

$51,844

#187

#187 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Boise State University
Boise, ID

Generally, Boise State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

1,050–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,724

Median Starting Salary

$49,990

#188

#188 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI

Hawaii Pacific University is a non selective school. They receive roughly 13,000 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,060–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$30,501

Median Starting Salary

$50,452

#189

#189 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Long Island University
Brookville, NY

In general, Long Island University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,110–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$25,802

Median Starting Salary

$48,023

#190

#190 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA

San Francisco State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$13,267

Median Starting Salary

$48,673

#191

#191 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Portland State University
Portland, OR

Generally, Portland State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

970–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$16,273

Median Starting Salary

$47,197

#192

#192 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University-Fort Collins is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,100–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$16,926

Median Starting Salary

$52,573

#193

#193 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Widener University
Chester, PA

Widener University is a non selective school. The institution receives approximately 6,000 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,110–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$32,185

Median Starting Salary

$55,508

#194

#194 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Western Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$20,030

Median Starting Salary

$51,650

#195

#195 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, MI

Saginaw Valley State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$12,432

Median Starting Salary

$52,517

#196

#196 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Pomona, CA

In general, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,010–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$12,480

Median Starting Salary

$46,600

#197

#197 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC

In general, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$10,979

Median Starting Salary

$50,132

#198

#198 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA

Overall, the University of West Georgia is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

930–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$15,625

Median Starting Salary

$50,423

#199

#199 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL

the University of Alabama in Huntsville is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,220–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$18,588

Median Starting Salary

$46,670

#200

#200 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA

Kennesaw State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$18,079

Median Starting Salary

$49,584

#201

#201 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

Overall, Sam Houston State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$13,632

Median Starting Salary

$50,618

#202

#202 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

the University of Louisville is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,020–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$19,327

Median Starting Salary

$49,862

#203

#203 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Houston
Houston, TX

Overall, the University of Houston is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,160–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$14,056

Median Starting Salary

$46,869

#204

#204 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA

Azusa Pacific University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,000–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$26,666

Median Starting Salary

$51,127

#205

#205 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Aurora University
Aurora, IL

Aurora University is a somewhat selective school. The institution receives approximately 2,920 applications...

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

990–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$19,350

Median Starting Salary

$52,132

#206

#206 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

Overall, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,040–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$20,776

Median Starting Salary

$56,039

#207

#207 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Webster University
Saint Louis, MO

Webster University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,020–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$23,069

Median Starting Salary

$49,720

#208

#208 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX

Texas A&M International University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

910–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$5,383

Median Starting Salary

$49,323

#209

#209 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

McDaniel College
Westminster, MD

McDaniel College is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,060–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$23,733

Median Starting Salary

$54,699

#210

#210 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$9,711

Median Starting Salary

$47,757

#211

#211 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN

Lincoln Memorial University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$19,162

Median Starting Salary

$49,111

#212

#212 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon, WI

Concordia University-Wisconsin is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,485

Median Starting Salary

$53,027

#213

#213 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, MA

the University of Massachusetts-Boston is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,090–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$17,123

Median Starting Salary

$49,463

#214

#214 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI

Overall, Oakland University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 11,000 applications...

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,020–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$15,161

Median Starting Salary

$50,399

#215

#215 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Mary
Bismarck, ND

the University of Mary is a somewhat selective school. They receive 1,499 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,090–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$18,369

Median Starting Salary

$56,618

#216

#216 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA

Merrimack College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,050–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$37,296

Median Starting Salary

$60,629

#217

#217 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Dearborn
Dearborn, MI

the University of Michigan-Dearborn is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,020–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$12,444

Median Starting Salary

$45,641

#218

#218 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Bowling Green, OH

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$20,485

Median Starting Salary

$55,193

#219

#219 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

960–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,586

Median Starting Salary

$51,022

#220

#220 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Pace University
New York, NY

Pace University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,140–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$33,363

Median Starting Salary

$52,133

#221

#221 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Albany State University
Albany, GA

Albany State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

780–930

Est. Net Price *

$14,672

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#222

#222 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Corban University
Salem, OR

In general, Corban University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

35%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,020–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$26,231

Median Starting Salary

$55,572

#223

#223 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL

Lynn University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives roughly 7,800 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,060–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$38,728

Median Starting Salary

$50,607

#224

#224 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

980–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$21,462

Median Starting Salary

$54,812

#225

#225 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

East Carolina University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,020–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$14,410

Median Starting Salary

$51,976

#226

#226 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI

In general, Northern Michigan University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

990–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$17,346

Median Starting Salary

$53,229

#227

#227 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

Eastern Kentucky University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$10,806

Median Starting Salary

$50,574

#228

#228 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA

Grambling State University is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

850–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$15,796

Median Starting Salary

$49,742

#229

#229 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO

Lindenwood University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 4,400 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,070–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$18,016

Median Starting Salary

$51,117

#230

#230 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA

San Jose State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,219

Median Starting Salary

$47,341

#231

#231 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana University-South Bend
South Bend, IN

Indiana University-South Bend is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$8,785

Median Starting Salary

$51,708

#232

#232 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY

Overall, the University of Wyoming is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,070–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$12,819

Median Starting Salary

$51,253

#233

#233 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS

Kansas State University is a non selective school. They receive roughly 9,700 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,080–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,855

Median Starting Salary

$54,504

#234

#234 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Albertus Magnus College
New Haven, CT

Albertus Magnus College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives roughly 1,490 applications...

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

850–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$27,469

Median Starting Salary

$50,939

#235

#235 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

CUNY City College
New York, NY

CUNY City College is a fairly selective school. The institution receives roughly 34,000 applications...

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,060–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$5,181

Median Starting Salary

$46,041

#236

#236 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Regent University is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

32%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$17,341

Median Starting Salary

$49,829

#237

#237 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Ball State University
Muncie, IN

Generally, Ball State University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$12,615

Median Starting Salary

$54,986

#238

#238 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Belhaven University
Jackson, MS

In general, Belhaven University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$19,794

Median Starting Salary

$48,533

#239

#239 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL

Northern Illinois University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$13,884

Median Starting Salary

$49,741

#240

#240 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Missouri-St Louis
Saint Louis, MO

Generally, the University of Missouri-St Louis is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,040–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$13,211

Median Starting Salary

$47,458

#241

#241 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Wichita State University
Wichita, KS

Generally, Wichita State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,010–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$13,553

Median Starting Salary

$50,072

#242

#242 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY

Overall, Northern Kentucky University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$7,259

Median Starting Salary

$50,981

#243

#243 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$11,173

Median Starting Salary

$48,411

#244

#244 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA

California State University-Los Angeles is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

870–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$5,801

Median Starting Salary

$48,511

#245

#245 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX

In general, Wayland Baptist University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

900–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$22,663

Median Starting Salary

$50,681

#246

#246 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ

In general, Saint Peter's University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$11,996

Median Starting Salary

$49,667

#247

#247 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,020–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,022

Median Starting Salary

$51,307

#248

#248 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Montana State University
Bozeman, MT

Montana State University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives approximately 28,800...

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,250

Median Starting Salary

$50,836

#249

#249 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV

the University of Nevada-Reno is a non selective school. They receive about 9,400 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$16,670

Median Starting Salary

$49,926

#250

#250 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY

Western Kentucky University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

970–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$12,625

Median Starting Salary

$49,951

#251

#251 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL

the University of South Alabama is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$15,664

Median Starting Salary

$48,479

#252

#252 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Stanislaus
Turlock, CA

California State University-Stanislaus is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

840–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$7,555

Median Starting Salary

$49,237

#253

#253 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX

Tarleton State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

960–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$13,755

Median Starting Salary

$51,134

#254

#254 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH

the University of Toledo is a non selective school. The school receives roughly 12,600 applications each...

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$17,654

Median Starting Salary

$50,253

#255

#255 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Framingham State University
Framingham, MA

Generally, Framingham State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,010–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$17,715

Median Starting Salary

$53,111

#256

#256 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras
San Juan, PR

Overall, the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,030–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$9,119

Median Starting Salary

$48,001

#257

#257 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA

Bridgewater State University is a non selective school. The school receives about 8,810 applications...

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$17,225

Median Starting Salary

$54,745

#258

#258 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH

Cleveland State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,719

Median Starting Salary

$48,506

#259

#259 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA

Valdosta State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

950–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$12,836

Median Starting Salary

$50,115

#260

#260 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN

Generally, Trevecca Nazarene University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$16,080

Median Starting Salary

$50,326

#261

#261 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO

Southeast Missouri State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$14,519

Median Starting Salary

$51,083

#262

#262 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN

Saint Cloud State University is a non selective school. They receive about 4,800 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,065

Median Starting Salary

$52,532

#263

#263 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Magnolia, AR

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,056

Median Starting Salary

$49,377

#264

#264 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA

Sonoma State University is a non selective school. Around 11,000 applications are received by Sonoma State...

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$15,507

Median Starting Salary

$50,810

#265

#265 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

the University of North Dakota is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$17,359

Median Starting Salary

$55,176

#266

#266 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL

Jacksonville State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

900–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$11,953

Median Starting Salary

$49,532

#267

#267 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX

Stephen F Austin State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$13,858

Median Starting Salary

$51,310

#268

#268 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Carbondale, IL

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,990

Median Starting Salary

$49,554

#269

#269 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
Indiana, PA

In general, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

940–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$20,205

Median Starting Salary

$53,328

#270

#270 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Northern Arizona University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

990–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$17,115

Median Starting Salary

$51,029

#271

#271 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Reinhardt University
Waleska, GA

Reinhardt University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives approximately 1,100 applications...

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$26,845

Median Starting Salary

$51,452

#272

#272 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN

Minnesota State University-Mankato is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$16,809

Median Starting Salary

$55,039

#273

#273 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK

the University of Central Oklahoma is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,055

Median Starting Salary

$49,984

#274

#274 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN

the University of Memphis is a non selective school. They receive about 15,800 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,873

Median Starting Salary

$48,245

#275

#275 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS

Jackson State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

900–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$15,292

Median Starting Salary

$48,370

#276

#276 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX

Generally, The University of Texas at El Paso is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

880–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$9,563

Median Starting Salary

$48,328

#277

#277 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Las Cruces, NM

Overall, New Mexico State University-Main Campus is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

920–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$10,407

Median Starting Salary

$47,902

#278

#278 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN

the University of Southern Indiana is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,443

Median Starting Salary

$52,926

#279

#279 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,551

Median Starting Salary

$51,347

#280

#280 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA

Georgia Southern University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

980–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$15,352

Median Starting Salary

$51,422

#281

#281 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Sacramento
Sacramento, CA

California State University-Sacramento is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$11,596

Median Starting Salary

$49,048

#282

#282 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Wright State University-Main Campus
Dayton, OH

Wright State University-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,650

Median Starting Salary

$50,184

#283

#283 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN

Tennessee State University is a fairly selective school. The school receives approximately 4,810 applications...

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

880–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$11,986

Median Starting Salary

$48,826

#284

#284 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Akron Main Campus
Akron, OH

the University of Akron Main Campus is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$14,667

Median Starting Salary

$50,062

#285

#285 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI

Eastern Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,826

Median Starting Salary

$50,759

#286

#286 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Auburn University at Montgomery
Montgomery, AL

Auburn University at Montgomery is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

980–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,163

Median Starting Salary

$48,944

#287

#287 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

Generally, the University of New Orleans is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$11,508

Median Starting Salary

$47,136

#288

#288 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL

Roosevelt University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 3,000 applications...

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

850–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$22,117

Median Starting Salary

$49,105

#289

#289 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX

Generally, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

980–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$15,181

Median Starting Salary

$50,216

#290

#290 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

St. Mary's University
San Antonio, TX

Overall, St- Mary's University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,030–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$21,379

Median Starting Salary

$48,542

#291

#291 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of the District of Columbia
Washington, DC

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$15,021

Median Starting Salary

$47,357

#292

#292 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX

Lamar University is a somewhat selective school. Approximately 6,210 applications are received by the school...

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

830–1,030

Est. Net Price *

$11,757

Median Starting Salary

$49,574

#293

#293 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Pembroke, NC

the University of North Carolina at Pembroke is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$8,208

Median Starting Salary

$50,560

#294

#294 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

The University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, TX

The University of Texas at Tyler is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,248

Median Starting Salary

$47,597

#295

#295 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN

Metropolitan State University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,080–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$19,347

Median Starting Salary

$48,763

#296

#296 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

California State University-Fresno
Fresno, CA

California State University-Fresno is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

890–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$7,507

Median Starting Salary

$48,979

#297

#297 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN

Overall, Purdue University Fort Wayne is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,000–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$11,951

Median Starting Salary

$51,490

#298

#298 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$24,767

Median Starting Salary

$48,345

#299

#299 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of the Southwest
Hobbs, NM

the University of the Southwest is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

830–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$20,533

Median Starting Salary

$51,939

#300

#300 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN

In general, Indiana State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

910–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$12,688

Median Starting Salary

$51,094

#301

#301 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Generally, the University of Alaska Anchorage is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$15,609

Median Starting Salary

$49,665

#302

#302 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA

Overall, Eastern Washington University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

890–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$12,827

Median Starting Salary

$50,925

#303

#303 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY

Morehead State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$10,991

Median Starting Salary

$49,510

#304

#304 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Adams State University
Alamosa, CO

In general, Adams State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

890–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$13,224

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#305

#305 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX

Overall, Sul Ross State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

860–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$13,130

Median Starting Salary

$49,496

#306

#306 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS

Mississippi Valley State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

760–970

Est. Net Price *

$11,598

Median Starting Salary

$49,298

#307

#307 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

National Louis University
Chicago, IL

National Louis University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

850–930

Est. Net Price *

$14,769

Median Starting Salary

$48,384

#308

#308 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,852

Median Starting Salary

$49,068

#309

#309 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

143

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,366

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#310

#310 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-North Carolina
Greensboro, NC

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$21,050

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#311

#311 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix, AZ

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

155

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,319

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#312

#312 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Pennsylvania
Trevose, PA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#313

#313 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

109

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,510

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#314

#314 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Arkansas
Little Rock, AR

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#315

#315 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-West Virginia
Scott Depot, WV

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#316

#316 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

National University
San Diego, CA

Overall, National University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

88

SAT Score

750–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$30,527

Median Starting Salary

$49,756

#317

#317 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Alabama
Birmingham, AL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#318

#318 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

American Public University System
Charles Town, WV

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

71

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,172

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#319

#319 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus
University Park, PA

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

62

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$19,551

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#320

#320 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Georgia
Chamblee, GA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$21,144

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#321

#321 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Monterey, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$50,094

#322

#322 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

56

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$14,935

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#323

#323 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$49,023

#324

#324 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Virginia
Arlington, VA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#325

#325 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Franklin University
Columbus, OH

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,989

Median Starting Salary

$47,694

#326

#326 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$6,785

Median Starting Salary

$47,494

#327

#327 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Maryland
Suitland, MD

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$21,488

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#328

#328 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

South University-Columbia
Columbia, SC

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$23,393

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#329

#329 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Excelsior University
Albany, NY

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#330

#330 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Post University
Waterbury, CT

Post University is a non selective school. They receive about 2,890 applications each year from prospective...

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

800–1,030

Est. Net Price *

$18,307

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#331

#331 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Los Angeles Pacific University
San Dimas, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$22,605

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#332

#332 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts Global
Irvine, CA

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$32,807

Median Starting Salary

$50,027

#333

#333 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-District of Columbia
Washington, DC

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#334

#334 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-South Carolina
Greenville, SC

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,573

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#335

#335 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-New Jersey
Piscataway, NJ

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#336

#336 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Tennessee
Memphis, TN

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$19,114

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#337

#337 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Global Region
Washington, DC

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$19,727

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#338

#338 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Touro University Worldwide
Los Alamitos, CA

Acceptance Rate

34%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$17,068

Median Starting Salary

$49,208

#339

#339 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Florida
Tampa, FL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#340

#340 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Strayer University-Texas
Farmers Branch, TX

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,196

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#341

#341 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Taft University System
Lakewood, CO

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#342

#342 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

University of Management and Technology
Arlington, VA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,575

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#343

#343 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

South University-Savannah Online
Savannah, GA

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$24,569

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#344

#344 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Northcentral University
San Diego, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#345

#345 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg
Middletown, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,096

Median Starting Salary

$51,066

#346

#346 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Johnson & Wales University-Online
Providence, RI

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,242

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#347

#347 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Adler University
Chicago, IL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#348

#348 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

South University-Savannah
Savannah, GA

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$21,449

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#349

#349 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Arizona State University Digital Immersion
Scottsdale, AZ

Arizona State University Digital Immersion is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

860–1,020

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$50,246

#350

#350 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

Claremont Lincoln University
Claremont, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

#351

#351 Best College for Public Administration in the U.S.

South College
Knoxville, TN

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$14,831

Median Starting Salary

$51,736

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Public Administration

Public Administration programs prepare individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development, and principles of public administration; the management of public policy; executive-legislative relations; public budgetary processes and financial management; administrative law; public personnel management; professional ethics; and research methods.

For all the 15,698 degrees granted in Public Administration annually, the majority of them are Masters degree. Out of the 11,743 students graduating with degrees at the Masters degree level in the US, 40% percent identify as men and 60% percent identify as women. Though students at schools all over the US study Public Administration, New York has the most graduates. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Public Administration is $40,900.

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Careers

For Public Administration majors, some of the most in demand jobs include General and Operations Managers, Social and Community Service Managers and Chief Executives. Additionally, Public Administration graduates may land a high salary job, such as Chief Executives or General and Operations Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Public Administration majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Public Administration majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
11,743
Female Students
7,101 (60%)
Male Students
4,642 (39%)

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