Public Administration at Long Island University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Long Island University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Long Island University graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 77th 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 New York
Public Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | $67,724 | $71,108 | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $89,478 | $97,557 | — | — |
| Marist University | $84,712 | $84,436 | — | — |
| New York University | $82,887 | $93,404 | — | — |
| Syracuse University | $82,788 | $93,872 | — | — |
| CUNY Bernard M Baruch College | $79,397 | $83,254 | — | — |
| National Median | $58,582 | — | — | — |
Other Public Administration Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $89,478 | — |
| Marist University Poughkeepsie | $46,140 | $84,712 | — |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $82,887 | — |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $63,061 | $82,788 | — |
| CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York | $7,464 | $79,397 | — |
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 Long Island University, approximately 19% 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.