Public Administration at Widener University
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Public Administration masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Widener University | $66,915* | — | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $83,208* | $91,879 | — | — |
| Villanova University | $72,577* | $78,297 | — | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $66,915* | $76,739 | — | — |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | $52,644* | — | — | — |
| Strayer University-Pennsylvania | $49,512* | $55,281 | — | — |
| National Median | $58,582* | — | — | — |
Other Public Administration Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $83,208 | — |
| Villanova University Villanova | $64,701 | $72,577 | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $63,829 | $66,915 | — |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg | $13,544 | $52,644 | — |
| Strayer University-Pennsylvania Trevose | $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 Widener 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 5 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.