Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · The University of Montana · Missoula, MT

CIP 45.10

$38,094Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,341Median earnings 4 years after
$57,400Median earnings 5 years after
$19,495Median federal debt
37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at The University of Montana earn a median of $38,094 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 $19,495, about 51% of first-year earnings.

Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Montana schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Montana State University
Bozeman
$35,476$18,050

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from The University of Montana make?

The median salary is $38,094 one year after graduation and $57,400 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,495.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.