Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs 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 Colorado colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

1380 Lawrence Street, Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1400, Denver, CO

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Approximately nine thousand students enroll at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs annually.

Areas of study offered at UCCS include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 970 - 1190 for the SAT exam and in a range of 20 - 26 on the ACT is common among students admitted to UCCS. 68% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 39 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,100 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $8,800 annually. Some students at UCCS may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

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

Students should visit the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs website to see a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Colorado at Colorado Springs has offered the following program levels for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

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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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 570
  • Average Hourly Rate: $109.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $226930

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $137960

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Annual Salary: $108620

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 920
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $113920

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