Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Middle Tennessee State University · Murfreesboro, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Middle Tennessee State University earn a median of $31,012 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 $19,875, about 64% of first-year earnings.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $46,843 | $14,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $39,490 | $21,250 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $37,594 | $21,500 |
| Rhodes College Memphis | $35,537 | $26,500 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $35,206 | $26,930 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $34,635 | $20,500 |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $34,105 | — |
| The University of the South Sewanee | $31,831 | $24,267 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $29,728 | $20,500 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $27,600 | $20,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Middle Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $31,012 one year after graduation and $49,519 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.