Political Science and Government

Master's degree · Southern New Hampshire University · Manchester, NH

CIP 45.10

$50,087Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$68,469Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$41,000Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Political Science and Government at Southern New Hampshire University earn a median of $50,087 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $78,850 four years after graduating (middle half: $57,200–$106,611). Median debt is $41,000, about 82% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Southern New Hampshire University make?

The median salary is $50,087 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.

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