Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus · Denver, CO
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus earn a median of $40,272 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 $17,500, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $39,954 | $18,742 |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver | $39,920 | $21,000 |
| University of Denver Denver | $38,059 | $21,500 |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $37,458 | $20,000 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $37,295 | $16,875 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $36,324 | $18,500 |
| Western Colorado University Gunnison | $30,272 | $24,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus make?
The median salary is $40,272 one year after graduation and $62,707 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.