Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Coastal Carolina University · Conway, SC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Coastal Carolina University earn a median of $29,924 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 $24,250, about 81% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| 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 Coastal Carolina University make?
The median salary is $29,924 one year after graduation and $54,322 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.