Public Administration at McDaniel College
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland
Public Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDaniel College | $70,910* | — | — | — |
| Johns Hopkins University | $83,974* | — | — | — |
| Bowie State University | $73,949* | $71,531 | — | — |
| University of Baltimore | $67,870* | $70,346 | — | — |
| Strayer University-Maryland | $49,512* | $55,281 | — | — |
| National Median | $58,582* | — | — | — |
Other Public Administration Programs in Maryland
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maryland schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University Baltimore | $63,340 | $83,974 | — |
| Bowie State University Bowie | $8,999 | $73,949 | — |
| University of Baltimore Baltimore | $9,772 | $67,870 | — |
| Strayer University-Maryland Suitland | $13,920 | $49,512 | — |
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 McDaniel College, 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in MD. Actual outcomes may vary.