Political Science & Government at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you are interested in studying Political Science & Government, you may want to check out the program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is located in Seattle, WA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 375 political science & government degrees were granted at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Studying Online at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Of 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) studied exclusively online and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Use these rankings to compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Political Science & Government program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 13 |
| Best Value | Washington | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #12 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 677 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #78 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 676 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 13 |
| Best Value | Washington | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #12 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #48 of 677 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #78 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Those who finish University of Washington-Seattle Campus’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 | $38,001 |
| 2 years | $37,896 |
| 3 years | $46,832 |
| 4 years | $55,874 |
| 5 years | $68,104 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus take home a median $55,874, compared with $90,738 for all University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus stands at $14,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 55% women (207) and 45% men (168).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 361 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 55% were women (199) and 45% were men (162).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 201 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 34 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 48 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 36 |
| International (Nonresident) | 24 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, below the national average of 41%.*
Political Science & Government Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 5 master’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 80% were women (4) and 20% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Political Science & Government Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 9 doctoral political science & government degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 44% were women (4) and 56% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 22% of Political Science & Government doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, above the national average of 16%.*
*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 Washington-Seattle Campus
This Political Science & Government program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 310 |
| Other Political Science & Government | 65 |
Best-Paid Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Graduates of the Political Science & Government program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus go on to a range of careers. Below 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.