Political Science & Government at The University of Montana
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, consider the program at The University of Montana. Get started with the following essential facts.
The University of Montana sits in Missoula, MT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 30 political science & government degrees were granted at The University of Montana.
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Online Class Availability at The University of Montana
Online coursework is an option at The University of Montana. Of 10,811 students, 2,398 (22%) studied exclusively online and 3,174 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at The University of Montana
Rankings can help you compare The University of Montana’s Political Science & Government program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #14 of 25 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 25 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #325 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #423 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from The University of Montana
Those who finish The University of Montana’s Political Science & Government program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,061 |
| 2 years | $27,822 |
| 3 years | $39,815 |
| 4 years | $42,524 |
| 5 years | $57,400 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Political Science & Government graduates from The University of Montana earn a median of $42,524, compared with $49,692 for all The University of Montana graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Political Science & Government graduates from The University of Montana is $21,173.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at The University of Montana, by degree type.
Program-wide, Political Science & Government graduates at The University of Montana are 67% women (20) and 33% men (10).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at The University of Montana
Of the 27 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at The University of Montana, 70% were women (19) and 30% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Montana.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Montana, below the national average of 41%.*
Political Science & Government Master’s Program at The University of Montana
Among the 3 master’s political science & government degrees awarded at The University of Montana, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government master’s degree recipients at The University of Montana.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Political Science & Government Concentrations at The University of Montana
The Political Science & Government program at The University of Montana breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 30 |
Top-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Students who finish Political Science & Government program at The University of Montana pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Political Science & Government graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.