Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · North Dakota State University-Main Campus · Fargo, ND

CIP 45.10

$26,635Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$52,834Median earnings 4 years after

$66,331Median earnings 5 years after

$20,342Median federal debt

18Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at North Dakota State University-Main Campus earn a median of $26,635 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 $20,342, about 76% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from North Dakota State University-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $26,635 one year after graduation and $66,331 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,342.

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