Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Northwest Missouri State University · Maryville, MO
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$49,578Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Northwest Missouri State University earn a median of $49,578. 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 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Northwest Missouri State University make?
The median salary is $49,578 and $49,578 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.