Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Midwestern State 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 Texas colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Midwestern State University

3600 N Garfield, Midland, TX

Midwestern State University is a public institution located in Wichita Falls, TX and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Nearly six thousand students enroll at Midwestern State University yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSU offers:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1360 to 1645 on the SAT, or 20 to 24 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 52% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 45 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.mwsu.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $7,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,500 annually. Some students at Midwestern State University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Midwestern State University Mustangs participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's primary website to view additional information about the school, campus life, athletics, and more.

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

• Midland, TX
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $98.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $204940

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

• Midland, TX
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $63.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $132100

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

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

• Midland, TX
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $85340

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