Political Science and Government: certificate earnings by college
Median earnings of political science and government graduates (certificate) one year after graduation, at 5 colleges. National median: $49,108, rising to $81,004 after four years.
| # | College | State | Earnings after 1 yr | After 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | American University | DC | $55,185 | $81,004 | $21,229 |
| 2 | Utah State University | UT | $53,008 | — | — |
| 3 | University of Wisconsin-Whitewater | WI | $49,108 | — | $16,465 |
| 4 | Arizona State University Campus Immersion | AZ | $46,961 | $70,537 | — |
| 5 | California State University-Long Beach | CA | $41,835 | — | $15,000 |
Earnings are median annual earnings of graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education. Colleges with too few graduates are not shown.
Frequently asked questions
How much do political science and government graduates earn?
The median college reports $49,108 in earnings one year after a certificate in political science and government and $81,004 four years after. The highest is $55,185 at American University.
How much student debt do political science and government graduates have?
The median federal loan debt for this degree is about $17,375 at the typical college.