Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Saint Cloud 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 Minnesota colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Saint Cloud State University

1540 Northway Drive, Saint Cloud, MN

SCSU, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. Nearly nineteen thousand students enroll at SCSU yearly.

Areas of study available at SCSU include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to SCSU. A score in a range of 926 to 1203 on the SAT, or 19 to 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of about 90% of which only 40% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at stcloudstate.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $7,800, while nonresidents pay $16,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $4,600 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

SCSU offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

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

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

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Cloud State University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

• St. Cloud, MN
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $82.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $170680

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

• St. Cloud, MN
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $80910

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

• St. Cloud, MN
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Annual Salary: $20610

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

• St. Cloud, MN
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $89560

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