Professional Certificate   USA

Best Colleges for Professional Certificate
in Public Administration

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

304 Colleges
πŸ“ USA
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Showing 25–48 of 304 colleges

American University
Washington, District of Columbia
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 47.4%
Annual cost
$71,549/yr
Grad earnings
$77,370
SAT avg
1,392
ACT mid
31
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Jan 31 Fee $75
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American University
Washington, District of Columbia
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 47.4%
Annual cost
$71,549/yr
Grad earnings
$77,370
SAT avg
1,392
ACT mid
31
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Feb 15 Fee $75
View college details
American University
Washington, District of Columbia
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 47.4%
Annual cost
$71,549/yr
Grad earnings
$77,370
SAT avg
1,392
ACT mid
31
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Mar 15 Fee $75
View college details
Seattle University
Seattle, Washington
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 76.1%
Annual cost
$68,633/yr
Grad earnings
$75,272
SAT avg
1,266
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Jan 15
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Seattle University
Seattle, Washington
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 76.1%
Annual cost
$68,633/yr
Grad earnings
$75,272
SAT avg
1,266
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Mar 15
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Professional Certificate in Public Administration in USA?
304 colleges and universities currently offer Professional Certificate 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?
American University leads with median graduate earnings of $77,370 ten years after enrollment for Professional Certificate graduates.
Which Public Administration colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, University of Connecticut-Stamford, University of Connecticut-Avery Point, University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus. 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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