Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · University of Arizona · Tucson, AZ

CIP 45.10

$36,193Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,585Median earnings 4 years after
$64,459Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
182Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Arizona earn a median of $36,193 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,293 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,760–$85,406). Median debt is $20,500, about 57% of first-year earnings.

Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Arizona schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler
$55,196$27,172
Arizona State University Digital Immersion
Scottsdale
$42,481$19,500
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe
$42,481$19,500
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
$37,704$26,900
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff
$35,220$19,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from University of Arizona make?

The median salary is $36,193 one year after graduation and $64,459 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.