Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · Idaho State University · Pocatello, ID

CIP 45.10

$28,617Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,233Median earnings 4 years after
$54,401Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Idaho State University earn a median of $28,617 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 $25,000, about 87% of first-year earnings.

Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Idaho schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg
$32,983$16,128
Boise State University
Boise
$32,650$20,600
University of Idaho
Moscow
$27,881$21,571

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $28,617 one year after graduation and $54,401 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.

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