Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · The University of Tennessee-Martin · Martin, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,029Median earnings 4 years after
$52,882Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
13Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at The University of Tennessee-Martin earn a median of $32,988. 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 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 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $31,012 | $19,875 |
| 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 The University of Tennessee-Martin make?
The median salary is $32,988 and $52,882 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.