Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Tufts University · Medford, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Tufts University earn a median of $67,713 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 $17,850, about 26% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge | $61,543 | — |
| Amherst College Amherst | $61,125 | — |
| Williams College Williamstown | $56,817 | $10,750 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $52,516 | $21,625 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $52,516 | $21,625 |
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $50,214 | $11,820 |
| Mount Holyoke College South Hadley | $48,690 | $21,000 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $47,029 | $27,000 |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $46,764 | $18,000 |
| Stonehill College Easton | $45,195 | $25,000 |
| Boston University Boston | $45,021 | $23,250 |
| Suffolk University Boston | $44,845 | $26,000 |
| Brandeis University Waltham | $43,770 | $23,333 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $43,545 | $20,369 |
| Bridgewater State University Bridgewater | $42,476 | $20,814 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Tufts University make?
The median salary is $67,713 one year after graduation and $76,532 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,850.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.