Best Value Public Administration Colleges in Florida

St Petersburg College stands out with a negative net cost of $52, meaning students receive more in aid than they pay. This unusual situation contrasts sharply with the $36,803 net cost at University of Miami, creating a nearly $37,000 gap between Florida's most and least expensive Public Administration programs. Florida's tourism and healthcare sectors employ thousands of public administrators, from city planners managing growth in Orlando to health department officials overseeing beach safety protocols. Barry University graduates earn $58,673 annually, the highest in the state, while Indian River State College graduates start at $27,669, reflecting different career paths within public service.

Programs

$-52 – $36,803

Net Price Range

$37,902

Avg. Program Earnings

60.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Public Administration Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Indian River State College Fort Pierce, Florida	$5,202	$27,669	$2,764	42.5%
2	Florida International University Miami, Florida	$9,133	$41,193	$6,565	73.9%	63.9%
3	Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, Florida	$8,001	$35,823	$4,879	64.3%	81.3%
4	University of Central Florida Orlando, Florida	$10,650	$28,236	$6,368	75.1%	41.0%
5	Barry University Miami, Florida	$22,978	$58,673	$33,450	36.6%	59.6%
6	Flagler College Saint Augustine, Florida	$29,951	$41,007	$26,610	55.9%	81.0%
7	Southern Technical College Fort Myers, Florida	$24,026	$32,711	$14,742	49.7%
8	Florida State University Tallahassee, Florida	$10,997		$5,656	83.0%	25.0%
9	University of Miami Coral Gables, Florida	$36,803		$59,926	84.2%	18.9%
10	St Petersburg College St. Petersburg, Florida	$-52		$2,682	37.5%
11	Everglades University Boca Raton, Florida	$27,704		$20,768	57.8%	70.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes St Petersburg College's Public Administration program financially unique?

Students pay a negative net cost of $52, meaning financial aid exceeds total expenses. However, the program has a 37.50% graduation rate and graduates carry $24,619 in debt despite the low upfront costs.

How do earnings compare between public and private schools?

Barry University leads with $58,673 annual earnings for graduates, significantly higher than public universities like UCF at $28,236. Florida International University offers middle ground at $41,193 with a much lower $9,133 net cost.

Is University of Central Florida competitive for admission?

UCF accepts 41.04% of applicants, making it the most selective public option for Public Administration. The school maintains a strong 75.10% graduation rate with moderate debt levels at $16,875.

What explains the wide cost range across Florida programs?

Public colleges range from negative costs to $10,997, while private schools span $20,768 to $59,926. The Bright Futures scholarship program significantly reduces costs for qualifying students at public institutions.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.