Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · University of Delaware · Newark, DE

CIP 45.10

$31,972Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$66,224Median earnings 4 years after

$79,001Median earnings 5 years after

$23,250Median federal debt

103Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Delaware earn a median of $31,972 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 $23,250, about 73% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $31,972 one year after graduation and $79,001 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.

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