Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Savannah State University · Savannah, GA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,906Median earnings 4 years after
$56,993Median earnings 5 years after
$31,000Median federal debt
8Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Savannah State University earn a median of $31,633. 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 $31,000, about 98% of first-year earnings.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University Atlanta | $46,629 | $17,500 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $39,842 | $17,625 |
| Spelman College Atlanta | $39,050 | $26,250 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $37,227 | $22,026 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $36,794 | $23,850 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $34,321 | $19,500 |
| Morehouse College Atlanta | $32,340 | $25,000 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $31,706 | $27,375 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $30,407 | $23,750 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $29,275 | $22,125 |
| Clayton State University Morrow | $28,784 | — |
| Clark Atlanta University Atlanta | $28,554 | $27,000 |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $26,576 | $25,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Savannah State University make?
The median salary is $31,633 and $56,993 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $31,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.