Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · Georgetown University · Washington, DC

CIP 45.10

$55,247Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$79,502Median earnings 4 years after
$86,431Median earnings 5 years after
$15,384Median federal debt
272Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Georgetown University earn a median of $55,247 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 $15,384, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Washington University
Washington
$51,537$21,723
University of the District of Columbia
Washington
$49,935$25,637
American University
Washington
$48,034$23,250
The Catholic University of America
Washington
$44,617$25,000
Howard University
Washington
$31,897$24,375

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $55,247 one year after graduation and $86,431 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,384.

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