Political Science and Government
Bachelor's degree · Seattle Pacific University · Seattle, WA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at Seattle Pacific University earn a median of $32,288 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 $26,775, about 83% of first-year earnings.
Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Whitworth University Spokane | $43,933 | $21,000 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $41,518 | $20,500 |
| Seattle University Seattle | $41,474 | $19,500 |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $41,246 | $13,290 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $41,246 | $13,290 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $41,246 | $13,290 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $41,130 | $21,150 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $39,220 | $14,385 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $33,173 | $15,513 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $31,290 | $22,801 |
| Whitman College Walla Walla | $27,689 | $16,750 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $27,217 | $18,675 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $26,915 | $21,494 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Political Science and Government graduates from Seattle Pacific University make?
The median salary is $32,288 one year after graduation and $53,066 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,775.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.