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Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Public Administration

118 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

118 Colleges
📍 USA
🎓 Doctoral Degree

Showing 25–48 of 118 colleges

University of La Verne
La Verne, California
🏢 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 48.5%
Annual cost
$61,564/yr
Grad earnings
$65,464
SAT avg
1,116
ACT mid
21
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $50
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University of La Verne
La Verne, California
🏢 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 48.5%
Annual cost
$61,564/yr
Grad earnings
$65,464
SAT avg
1,116
ACT mid
21
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $50
View college details

Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Public Administration in USA?
118 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Public Administration in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Public Administration in USA?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick leads with median graduate earnings of $74,479 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Public Administration colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of La Verne, University of La Verne. 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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