Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Jackson State University · Jackson, MS
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Earnings for this program are not published because too few graduates were matched to federal records. 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 Mississippi schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi University | $33,373 | $25,021 |
| Mississippi State University Mississippi State | $29,442 | $25,469 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.