Public Administration at California State University-Dominguez Hills
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Dominguez Hills graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Dominguez Hills graduates earn $73k, placing them in the 86th percentile of all public administration masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Public Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in California (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Dominguez Hills | $72,886 | $71,031 | — | — |
| Golden Gate University | $91,136 | — | — | — |
| University of San Francisco | $87,976 | $104,363 | — | — |
| San Francisco State University | $85,122 | $100,510 | — | — |
| California State University-East Bay | $84,881 | $81,485 | — | — |
| California Baptist University | $79,952 | $79,662 | — | — |
| National Median | $58,582 | — | — | — |
Other Public Administration Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate University San Francisco | $31,243 | $91,136 | — |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $87,976 | — |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $85,122 | — |
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $7,055 | $84,881 | — |
| California Baptist University Riverside | $39,720 | $79,952 | — |
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 California State University-Dominguez Hills, approximately 61% 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.