Political Science and Government
Associate's degree · Diablo Valley College · Pleasant Hill, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$43,165Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
46Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Political Science and Government at Diablo Valley College earn a median of $43,165. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $45,147 four years after graduating (middle half: $28,518–$61,668).
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$56,853
Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Diablo Valley College make?
The median salary is $43,165.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.