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Public Policy in North Carolina

Public Policy Schools in North Carolina

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in North Carolina

There are 34,350 people in the state and 974,190 people in the nation working in Public Policy jobs.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. NC

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in North Carolina

In this state, Public Policy grads earn an average of $126,110. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,993.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. NC

There are 3 colleges in North Carolina that offer Public Policy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Duke University

Durham

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $74,497 after earning their degree at this institution. About 7% of those who apply are admitted. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $51,058 a year. About 19% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $44,953 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 80%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

Public Policy Careers in NC

Some of the careers Public Policy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary $66,472
Education Teachers, Postsecondary $98,329
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $46,663
Social Science Research Assistants $41,630
Medical and Health Services Managers $129,557
Political Scientists $71,521
Legislators $167,600
Transportation Planners $50,855
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $42,168

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Public Policy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Social Work 58,176
Public Administration 13,993
Human Services 11,674
Community Organization & Advocacy 2,651
Other Public Administration 518

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