Public Administration at Northcentral University
Master's Degree
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northcentral University | $68,492* | — | — | — |
| 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 Northcentral University, approximately 25% 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 24 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.