Political Science & Government at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, take a look at what University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is in Pittsburgh, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 190 political science & government degrees were granted at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Distance learning is available at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Among 35,724 students, 1,465 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,044 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Political Science & Government program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #19 of 40 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #24 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #49 of 132 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #92 of 131 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #203 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #569 of 676 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #19 of 40 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #24 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #49 of 132 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #92 of 131 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #203 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #569 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Graduates of University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Political Science & Government program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,341 |
| 2 years | $25,484 |
| 3 years | $38,417 |
| 4 years | $51,632 |
| 5 years | $61,478 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus earn a median of $51,632, compared with $69,239 for all University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus stands at $25,900.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus are 52% women (98) and 48% men (92).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 182 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 53% were women (97) and 47% were men (85).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 135 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 10 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 21% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, lower than the national average of 41%.*
Political Science & Government Doctoral Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 8 doctoral political science & government degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
*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 Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
This Political Science & Government program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 190 |
Best-Paid Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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.