Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Lander University · Greenwood, SC
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,079Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Lander University earn a median of $50,079. 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 South Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston | $44,992 | $20,250 |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg | $35,798 | — |
| College of Charleston Charleston | $35,398 | $24,000 |
| Presbyterian College Clinton | $34,712 | $27,000 |
| Furman University Greenville | $34,473 | $27,000 |
| Wofford College Spartanburg | $34,277 | $26,825 |
| Claflin University Orangeburg | $33,287 | $27,000 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $33,157 | $21,500 |
| Coastal Carolina University Conway | $29,924 | $24,250 |
| Clemson University Clemson | $28,041 | $20,500 |
| Francis Marion University Florence | $24,289 | $27,000 |
| Winthrop University Rock Hill | $21,165 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Lander University make?
The median salary is $50,079.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.