Political Science & Government at Gonzaga University
If you are interested in studying Political Science & Government, you may want to check out the program at Gonzaga University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Gonzaga University is in Spokane, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 46 political science & government degrees were granted at Gonzaga University.
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Online Class Availability at Gonzaga University
Online coursework is an option at Gonzaga University. Among 7,470 students, 653 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 603 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at Gonzaga University
Use these rankings to compare Gonzaga University’s Political Science & Government program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | Washington | #12 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #44 of 135 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #126 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #193 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #628 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from Gonzaga University
Graduates of Gonzaga University’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 | $34,249 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $52,511 |
| 4 years | $58,078 |
| 5 years | $71,779 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Political Science & Government graduates from Gonzaga University take home a median $58,078, compared with $78,507 for all Gonzaga University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Political Science & Government graduates from Gonzaga University is $23,124.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at Gonzaga University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at Gonzaga University are 59% women (27) and 41% men (19).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at Gonzaga University
Among the 46 bachelor’s political science & government graduates at Gonzaga University, 59% were women (27) and 41% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Gonzaga University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 22% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Gonzaga 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 Gonzaga University
The Political Science & Government program at Gonzaga University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 46 |
Top-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Students who finish Political Science & Government program at Gonzaga University go on to a range of careers. 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.