Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Southwestern University · Georgetown, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Southwestern University earn a median of $34,415 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 $23,149, about 67% of first-year earnings.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $54,728 | — |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $52,160 | $19,500 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth | $50,627 | $22,062 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $43,281 | $19,500 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $41,817 | $17,595 |
| University of Dallas Irving | $41,639 | $21,500 |
| Texas Woman's University Denton | $39,272 | $26,660 |
| University of Houston-Downtown Houston | $38,095 | $20,646 |
| University of Houston Houston | $36,413 | $17,355 |
| St. Mary's University San Antonio | $36,392 | $19,250 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $35,114 | $21,500 |
| Saint Edward's University Austin | $34,570 | $22,706 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson | $34,429 | $19,711 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $34,195 | $16,069 |
| Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi | $33,968 | $20,632 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Southwestern University make?
The median salary is $34,415 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,149.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.