Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · Augustana University · Sioux Falls, SD

CIP 45.10

$46,646Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$52,014Median earnings 5 years after
$26,625Median federal debt
19Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Augustana University earn a median of $46,646 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 $26,625, about 57% of first-year earnings.

Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other South Dakota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
South Dakota State University
Brookings
$34,337$24,250
University of South Dakota
Vermillion
$31,973$26,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Augustana University make?

The median salary is $46,646 one year after graduation and $52,014 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,625.

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