Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Saginaw Valley 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 Michigan colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Saginaw Valley State University

2701 Chicago Blvd, Detroit, MI

Saginaw Valley State University is a public institution that has a large selection of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in University Center, Michigan, in a predominantly rural area. Over eleven thousand students enroll at SVSU annually.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students at Saginaw Valley State University scored in a range of 18 - 24 on the ACT. SVSU has an admissions rate of around 89% of which only 62% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at SVSU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $8,600 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,700 each year. Students at SVSU may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

The SVSU "Cardinals" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the SVSU website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saginaw Valley State University has offered the following academic levels 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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $97.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $203090

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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 10
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $119560

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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Annual Salary: $60720

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

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 660
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $97360

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