by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 2 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Public Administration Master's Degree Schools in Oregon ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 63 master's degrees in public administration to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their master's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their master's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for public administration students working on their master's degree.
The public admin school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Public Administration Master's Degree Schools in Oregon.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in public administration.
It is difficult to beat University of Oregon if you want to pursue a master's degree in public administration. Located in the midsize city of Eugene, UO is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in public administration from University of Oregon
It is difficult to beat Portland State University if you wish to pursue a master's degree in public administration. Located in the large city of Portland, Portland State University is a public university with a very large student population.
Master's students who receive their degree from the public admin program make an average of $73,655 in their early career salary.
More information about a master’s in public administration from Portland State UniversityExplore all the Best Public Administration Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| California | 253 | 1,469 |
| Washington | 183 | 278 |
| Nevada | 105 | 68 |
| Hawaii | 85 | 41 |
| Alaska | 52 | 34 |
One of 4 majors within the Public Administration & Social Service area of study, Public Administration has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | 63 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Public Policy | 38 |
| Human Services | 12 |
| Community Organization & Advocacy | 5 |
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