Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Simpson College · Indianola, IA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$63,790Median earnings 4 years after
$62,268Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
11Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Simpson College earn a median of $63,790. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,293 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,760–$85,406).
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $39,133 | $21,500 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $37,875 | $24,000 |
| Grinnell College Grinnell | $36,662 | $17,500 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $30,715 | $22,250 |
| Luther College Decorah | $21,358 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Simpson College make?
The median salary is $63,790 and $62,268 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.