Political Science and Government

Master's degree · Georgetown University · Washington, DC

CIP 45.10

$73,347Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$79,929Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$65,578Median federal debt
41Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Political Science and Government at Georgetown University earn a median of $73,347 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $78,850 four years after graduating (middle half: $57,200–$106,611). Median debt is $65,578, about 89% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Washington University
Washington
$72,470$61,310
American University
Washington
$60,976—

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $73,347 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $65,578.

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