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

Niagara University
Niagara University, NY

Niagara University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,165

Median Starting Salary

$61,386

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About Public Finance

Public Finance programs prepare individuals to manage the financial assets and budgets of public sector organizations. Includes instruction in public trusts and investments; the laws and procedures used to plan, prepare and administer public agency budgets; and the preparation and analysis of public budget projections and policies.

While Public Finance has degrees up to the Postbaccalaureate certificate, most students study towards a Bachelors degree. Students study Public Finance all around the US, though the major at the Bachelors degree level sees the most graduates in New York. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Public Finance is $39,100.

How popular is a Bachelors degree in Public Finance in NY

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17 degrees awarded
Bachelors degree in Public Finance makes up 1.20% of all Bachelors degree awarded in New York

Careers

The highest paying jobs for Public Finance majors include Financial Risk Specialists, Financial and Investment Analysts and Business Teachers, Postsecondary. But, another thing to think about is how much demand there is for specific careers. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Public Finance can prepare you for are Financial and Investment Analysts, Financial Managers and Financial Risk Specialists.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Public Finance majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

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

Student Demographics

Total Students
17
Female Students
6 (35%)
Male Students
11 (64%)

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