Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Lindenwood University · Saint Charles, MO
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,869Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
14Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Lindenwood University earn a median of $55,869. 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 Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Truman State University Kirksville | $39,813 | $21,500 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $37,944 | $19,160 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $37,722 | $21,125 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $36,050 | $20,687 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $35,556 | $20,719 |
| Saint Louis University Saint Louis | $30,502 | $22,386 |
Highest-paying Political Science and Government programs nationwide →
Other programs at Lindenwood University
- Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementMaster's degree
$99,320 - Curriculum and InstructionDoctoral degree
$83,131 - Business/Commerce, GeneralMaster's degree
$70,744 - Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementBachelor's degree
$66,965 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$65,415 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$60,752 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$60,457 - Communication and Media StudiesMaster's degree
$59,112 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$56,609 - Human Resources Management and ServicesMaster's degree
$56,166 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesBachelor's degree
$50,509 - Human Resources Management and ServicesBachelor's degree
$50,426 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$49,605 - Rhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesMaster's degree
$48,018 - Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's degree
$47,821 - CriminologyMaster's degree
$47,448 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$47,206 - Education, OtherMaster's degree
$47,065 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$46,842 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$45,011
Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Lindenwood University make?
The median salary is $55,869.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.