Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · University of Idaho · Moscow, ID

CIP 45.10

$27,881Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,593Median earnings 4 years after
$44,755Median earnings 5 years after
$21,571Median federal debt
23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Idaho earn a median of $27,881 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 $21,571, about 77% 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
Idaho State University
Pocatello
$28,617$25,000

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $27,881 one year after graduation and $44,755 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,571.

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