Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Rutgers University – Camden 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 New Jersey colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Rutgers University – Camden

2083 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ

Rutgers University - Camden is a public university that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Camden, New Jersey, in a predominantly urban area. About six thousand students enroll at Rutgers University - Camden annually.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school score in a range of 1460 - 1752 on the SAT exam. 54% of students that apply are admitted to Rutgers University - Camden, of which 13 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $14,000, while out-of-state residents pay $28,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $8,500 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as grants and loans.

The mascot for Rutgers University - Camden is the "Scarlet Raptors", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.rutgers.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rutgers University – Camden offers a master's degree program in public administration.

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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $76.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $159400

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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $78.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $162410

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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 110

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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $121630

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