Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Indiana University-Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Indiana University-Indianapolis earn a median of $36,535 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 $15,019, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $55,316 | $19,000 |
| DePauw University Greencastle | $44,224 | $27,000 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $39,755 | $25,410 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $39,708 | $19,500 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $33,352 | $25,591 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $32,893 | $27,000 |
| Wabash College Crawfordsville | $32,834 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $32,568 | $17,646 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $32,406 | $25,963 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis make?
The median salary is $36,535 one year after graduation and $62,227 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,019.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.