Political Science & Government at East Tennessee State University
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, take a look at what East Tennessee State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
East Tennessee State University is located in Johnson City, TN.
During the most recent reporting year, 22 political science & government graduations were recorded at East Tennessee State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at East Tennessee State University
Many students take online classes at East Tennessee State University. Of 13,728 students, 2,762 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,586 (48%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at East Tennessee State University
These rankings give you a sense of how East Tennessee State University’s Political Science & Government program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #8 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #10 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #76 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #116 of 151 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #327 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #604 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from East Tennessee State University
Those who finish East Tennessee State University’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 | $24,938 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 4 years | $38,197 |
| 5 years | $34,325 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Political Science & Government graduates from East Tennessee State University take home a median $38,197, compared with $58,402 for all East Tennessee State University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Political Science & Government graduates from East Tennessee State University is $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Political Science & Government graduates at East Tennessee State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at East Tennessee State University are 45% women (10) and 55% men (12).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at East Tennessee State University
Of the 22 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at East Tennessee State University, 45% were women (10) and 55% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at East Tennessee State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 27% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at East Tennessee State 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 East Tennessee State University
This Political Science & Government program at East Tennessee State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 22 |
Best-Paid Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at East Tennessee State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Political Science & Government graduates, 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.