Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · University of Mary Washington · Fredericksburg, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Mary Washington earn a median of $35,687 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 $23,000, about 64% of first-year earnings.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $46,508 | $27,000 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $45,875 | $16,049 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $45,846 | $20,449 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $43,508 | $22,750 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $43,253 | $23,000 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $42,128 | $19,286 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $42,114 | $23,500 |
| Randolph-Macon College Ashland | $41,684 | $27,000 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $41,317 | $19,500 |
| Marymount University Arlington | $41,186 | — |
| Hampton University Hampton | $37,200 | $26,000 |
| Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney | $37,123 | $27,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $34,080 | $20,000 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $31,700 | $21,500 |
| Radford University Radford | $27,136 | $22,375 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from University of Mary Washington make?
The median salary is $35,687 one year after graduation and $62,017 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.