Political Science and Government

Bachelor's degree · University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras · San Juan, PR

CIP 45.10

$19,819Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$41,417Median earnings 4 years after

$30,797Median earnings 5 years after

$6,750Median federal debt

59Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Political Science and Government at University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras earn a median of $19,819 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 $6,750, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $19,819 one year after graduation and $30,797 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $6,750.

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