Public Administration at Rhode Island College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Rhode Island College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Rhode Island College graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all public administration bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Rhode Island
Public Administration bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island (2 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island College | $32,409 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $45,278 | — | $23,626 | 0.52 |
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 Rhode Island College, approximately 41% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.