Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Quinnipiac University · Hamden, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Quinnipiac University earn a median of $26,440 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 $27,000, about 102% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University New Haven | $57,466 | $14,749 |
| Connecticut College New London | $46,588 | $24,425 |
| Trinity College Hartford | $42,979 | $25,000 |
| Southern Connecticut State University New Haven | $41,383 | $21,212 |
| Fairfield University Fairfield | $38,426 | $27,000 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $37,009 | $20,464 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $37,009 | $20,464 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $37,009 | $20,464 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $37,009 | $20,464 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $37,009 | $20,464 |
| University of Hartford West Hartford | $35,492 | $27,000 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $25,270 | $16,000 |
| Sacred Heart University Fairfield | $17,262 | $20,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Quinnipiac University make?
The median salary is $26,440 one year after graduation and $76,871 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.