Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · University of Miami · Coral Gables, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Miami earn a median of $33,867 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 $16,500, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tampa Tampa | $40,505 | $23,948 |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $37,841 | $14,575 |
| Rollins College Winter Park | $36,309 | $25,362 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $35,937 | $17,750 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers | $35,578 | $19,500 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $34,965 | $17,900 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $34,745 | $17,537 |
| Eckerd College Saint Petersburg | $34,621 | — |
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $34,484 | — |
| Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton | $31,641 | $16,875 |
| University of Florida Gainesville | $31,574 | $15,000 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee | $30,798 | $27,000 |
| Florida International University Miami | $26,983 | $14,823 |
| Stetson University DeLand | $26,839 | $23,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from University of Miami make?
The median salary is $33,867 one year after graduation and $77,568 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.