Political Science and Government

Master's degree · Ohio University-Main Campus · Athens, OH

CIP 45.10

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

$54,270Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

17Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Political Science and Government at Ohio University-Main Campus earn a median of $54,270. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $78,850 four years after graduating (middle half: $57,200–$106,611).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Ohio University-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $54,270 and $54,270 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.