Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Regis University prepares students for careers as a budget analyst, city manager, county clerk, legislative support, lobbyist, non-profit manager, policy analyst, and more. The program focuses on serving as management in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government. Program courses include: roles of public administration, the management of public policy, executive-legislative relations, public budgetary processes and financial management, administrative law, professional ethics, and research methods. Get more details below including other Colorado colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Regis University

13300 W Sixth Ave, Lakewood, CO

Regis University is a nonprofit private institution located in Denver, CO and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately eleven thousand students are enrolled annually at Regis University.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Computer And Information Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Regis University earn an SAT score within the range of 940 to 1180, or an ACT composite score between 22 to 27. This school accepts roughly 80 percent of applicants. Of those applicants admitted, about 22 percent enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $34,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $5,700. Some students at Regis University may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Regis University is the "Rangers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the school's http://www.regis.edu/ to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Regis University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 570
  • Average Hourly Rate: $109.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $226930

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $137960

Legislators

Description

Develop, introduce or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, State, or Federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, legislators employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Annual Salary: $108620

Transportation Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the transportation operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that provide transportation services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 920
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $113920

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).