Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Kalamazoo College · Kalamazoo, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Kalamazoo College earn a median of $30,494 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 $26,383, about 87% of first-year earnings.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $39,702 | $17,965 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $39,514 | $21,500 |
| Albion College Albion | $39,066 | $26,473 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $38,744 | $24,250 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $36,006 | $26,000 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $35,358 | $23,250 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $35,059 | — |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $32,795 | $16,199 |
| Hope College Holland | $32,389 | $24,499 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $32,266 | $22,551 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $30,345 | $22,250 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $30,137 | $26,125 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $29,080 | $21,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Kalamazoo College make?
The median salary is $30,494 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,383.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.