Masters Degree   Illinois

Best Colleges for Masters Degree
in Public Administration

28 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

28 Colleges
πŸ“ Illinois
πŸŽ“ Masters Degree

Showing 1–24 of 28 colleges in Illinois

DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 73.5%
Annual cost
$59,467/yr
Grad earnings
$68,751
SAT avg
1,254
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Dec 15
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Aurora University
Aurora, Illinois
🏒 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 85.1%
Annual cost
$39,232/yr
Grad earnings
$58,709
SAT avg
1,072
ACT mid
22
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytime
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Masters Degree in Public Administration in Illinois?
28 colleges and universities currently offer Masters Degree programs in Public Administration in Illinois, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Public Administration in Illinois?
Northwestern University leads with median graduate earnings of $89,363 ten years after enrollment for Masters Degree graduates.
Which Public Administration colleges in Illinois have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Aurora University, Northern Illinois University, University of Illinois Springfield. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Public Administration programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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