Political Science & Government at Clemson University
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, consider the program at Clemson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Clemson University is in Clemson, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 115 political science & government degrees were awarded at Clemson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Many students take online classes at Clemson University. Of 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at Clemson University
Use these rankings to compare Clemson University’s Political Science & Government program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 151 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #111 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #440 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from Clemson University
Students who complete Clemson University’s Political Science & Government program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,210 |
| 2 years | $39,099 |
| 3 years | $48,196 |
| 4 years | $57,948 |
| 5 years | $74,888 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Political Science & Government graduates from Clemson University take home a median $57,948, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Political Science & Government graduates from Clemson University stands at $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Political Science & Government graduates at Clemson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Political Science & Government graduates at Clemson University are 65% women (75) and 35% men (40).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 115 bachelor’s political science & government graduates at Clemson University, 65% were women (75) and 35% were men (40).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 83 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University, below the national average of 41%.*
*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 Clemson University
This Political Science & Government program at Clemson University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 115 |
Best-Paid Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at Clemson University pursue many career paths. 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.