Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Johns Hopkins University · Baltimore, MD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$121,729Median earnings 4 years after
$108,657Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
36Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Johns Hopkins University earn a median of $56,579. 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 Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi | $62,476 | $19,910 |
| Loyola University Maryland Baltimore | $44,572 | $27,000 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $42,688 | $18,442 |
| Towson University Towson | $42,648 | $17,375 |
| Frostburg State University Frostburg | $41,332 | $23,250 |
| Morgan State University Baltimore | $37,900 | $27,000 |
| Washington College Chestertown | $36,741 | $23,250 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $33,549 | $19,500 |
| Salisbury University Salisbury | $33,397 | $21,500 |
| Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg | $29,800 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Johns Hopkins University make?
The median salary is $56,579 and $108,657 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.