Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at California State University – Dominguez Hills 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 California colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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California State University – Dominguez Hills

First and Normal Sts, Chico, CA

California State University - Dominguez Hills, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Carson, California, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. Around fourteen thousand students enroll at CSUDH annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

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

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to California State University - Dominguez Hills have an SAT score in a range of 750 to 940, or an ACT score in a range of 15 to 19. Approximately 60% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 15% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at California State University - Dominguez Hills varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,700 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is around $7,800 per year. California State University - Dominguez Hills may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify as grants and loans.

The California State University - Dominguez Hills "Toros" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

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

Students can visit the CSUDH website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. California State University – Dominguez Hills has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master'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

• Chico, CA
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $93.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $194220

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

• Chico, CA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $93510

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

• Chico, CA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Annual Salary: $39790

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

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