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Political Science & Government Schools in Mississippi

In 2020-2021, 15 students earned their Political Science degrees in MS.

As a degree choice, Political Science & Government is the 58th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Political Science & Government Majors in Mississippi

Political Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 12
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, a political science major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of political science majors in Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 6.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 0.0%
  • White: 60.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 26.7%
  • Other Races: 6.7%
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Jobs for Political Science & Government Grads in Mississippi

In this state, there are 1,370 people employed in jobs related to a political science degree, compared to 515,790 nationwide.

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Wages for Political Science & Government Jobs in Mississippi

Political Science grads earn an average of $75,450 in the state and $115,590 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Mississippi that offer political science degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

In their early career, Ole Miss grads earn an average salary of $38,763. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,161. 87% of students get financical aid.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,032. The full-time teacher rate is 99%.

#3

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,122. The full-time teacher rate is 85%. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.40%.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
6,921 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.62 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

Political Science & Government Careers in MS

Some of the careers political science majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Managers 6% $72,130
Political Science Professors 0% $70,930
Economics Professors 0% $99,000
Economists 0% $65,410

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to political science.

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Sociology 18
Anthropology 15
Economics 14
Geography & Cartography 3

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