Political Science & Government at University of Memphis
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, take a look at what University of Memphis. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Memphis is in Memphis, TN.
During the most recent reporting year, 45 political science & government degrees were granted at University of Memphis.
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Studying Online at University of Memphis
Many students take online classes at University of Memphis. Among 20,276 students, 5,051 (25%) studied exclusively online and 7,430 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Memphis
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Memphis’s Political Science & Government program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #11 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #51 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #128 of 151 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #255 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #636 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Memphis
Those who finish University of Memphis’s Political Science & Government program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,392 |
| 2 years | $26,997 |
| 3 years | $36,609 |
| 4 years | $45,974 |
| 5 years | $52,699 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Memphis earn a median of $45,974, compared with $55,025 for all University of Memphis graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Memphis stands at $24,450.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Political Science & Government graduates at University of Memphis, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Memphis are 53% women (24) and 47% men (21).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Memphis
Among the 38 bachelor’s political science & government graduates at University of Memphis, 53% were women (20) and 47% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 58% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Memphis, above the national average of 41%.*
Political Science & Government Master’s Program at University of Memphis
Among the 5 master’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Memphis, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government master’s degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 20% of Political Science & Government master’s degree recipients at University of Memphis, lower than the national average of 29%.*
*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 University of Memphis
The Political Science & Government program at University of Memphis includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 43 |
| American Government & Politics | 2 |
Top-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at University of Memphis go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Political Science & Government majors, 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.