Political Science and Government

Doctoral degree · University of California-San Diego · La Jolla, CA

CIP 45.10

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$104,566Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
10Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Political Science and Government at University of California-San Diego earn a median of $104,566. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $90,908 four years after graduating (middle half: $67,841–$122,328).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from University of California-San Diego make?

The median salary is $104,566.

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