Public Administration and Social Service Professions at Ball State University

Master's Degree

Location: Muncie, IN•In-State Tuition: $10,758•Out-of-State Tuition: $28,766•Admission Rate: 72%•Avg SAT: 1172
Median Earnings (1yr)
$56,123
50th percentile
Sample Size
25
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Ball State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Ball State University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all public administration and social service professions masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana

Public Administration and Social Service Professions masters's programs at peer institutions in Indiana

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Ball State University$56,123———
National Median$56,123———

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Ball State University, approximately 34% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.