Political Science & Government at University of Wyoming
If you are interested in studying Political Science & Government, take a look at what University of Wyoming. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, WY.
During the most recent reporting year, 45 political science & government graduations were recorded at University of Wyoming.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wyoming
Online coursework is an option at University of Wyoming. Among 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) studied exclusively online and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Wyoming
Use these rankings to compare University of Wyoming’s Political Science & Government program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 25 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #122 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #242 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Wyoming
Graduates of University of Wyoming’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 |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $32,382 |
| 3 years | $48,029 |
| 4 years | $53,182 |
| 5 years | $57,950 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Wyoming take home a median $53,182, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Wyoming stands at $23,933.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Political Science & Government graduates at University of Wyoming, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Wyoming are 47% women (21) and 53% men (24).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Wyoming
Of the 39 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 49% were women (19) and 51% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, lower than the national average of 41%.*
Political Science & Government Master’s Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 6 master’s political science & government graduates at University of Wyoming, 33% were women (2) and 67% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Wyoming
The Political Science & Government program at University of Wyoming includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 45 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Students who finish Political Science & Government program at University of Wyoming pursue many career paths. 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.