Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez · Mayaguez, PR

CIP 45.10

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$26,696Median earnings 4 years after
$32,983Median earnings 5 years after
$8,250Median federal debt
22Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez earn a median of $19,713. 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 $8,250, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Political Science and Government (Bachelor's degree) at other Puerto Rico schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras
San Juan
$19,819$6,750

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Political Science and Government graduates from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez make?

The median salary is $19,713 and $32,983 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $8,250.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.