Cheapest Public Administration Colleges in Wisconsin

College of Menominee Nation offers Wisconsin's most affordable Public Administration program at just $10,498 net cost, nearly $2,400 less than the next cheapest option. This price gap reflects the unique nature of tribal college funding compared to state university systems. Wisconsin's Public Administration graduates enter a job market anchored by major employers like Epic Systems and state government agencies, with earnings averaging $33,993 to $36,058. The University of Wisconsin system dominates this field with five campuses offering the major, all maintaining acceptance rates above 74%.

Programs

$10,498 – $15,374

Net Price Range

$35,026

Avg. Program Earnings

55.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Public Administration Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	College of Menominee Nation Keshena, Wisconsin	$10,498	$6,200	27.5%
2	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, Wisconsin	$12,878	$8,342	53.1%	89.6%
3	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, Wisconsin	$13,726	$8,834	56.0%	89.1%
4	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, Wisconsin	$14,761	$8,212	57.9%	88.5%
5	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, Wisconsin	$14,785	$8,250	64.3%	82.4%
6	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, Wisconsin	$15,374	$9,651	71.2%	74.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the large cost difference between Wisconsin's cheapest and most expensive Public Administration programs?

College of Menominee Nation costs $10,498 while UW-La Crosse reaches $15,374, a gap of $4,876. The tribal college receives federal funding that significantly reduces student costs, while UW system schools rely primarily on state appropriations and tuition revenue.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs across Wisconsin Public Administration schools?

Higher-priced programs generally show better completion rates, with UW-La Crosse leading at 71.2% graduation and $15,374 cost. College of Menominee Nation, despite its low $10,498 price, graduates only 27.5% of students within six years.

Does the University of Wisconsin system offer consistent affordability for in-state Public Administration students?

In-state tuition ranges from $8,212 at UW-Oshkosh to $9,651 at UW-La Crosse, a relatively narrow $1,439 spread. All five UW campuses maintain similar pricing structures, with net costs varying more significantly based on financial aid packages.

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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.