Political Science & Government at Monmouth University
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, you may want to check out the program at Monmouth University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Monmouth University is in West Long Branch, NJ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 29 political science & government degrees were granted at Monmouth University.
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Online Class Availability at Monmouth University
Many students take online classes at Monmouth University. Among 4,767 students, 220 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 739 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at Monmouth University
Use these rankings to compare Monmouth University’s Political Science & Government program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #8 of 14 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #14 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #91 of 132 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #104 of 131 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #381 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #597 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from Monmouth University
Students who complete Monmouth 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 | $24,832 |
| 2 years | $33,459 |
| 3 years | $42,787 |
| 4 years | $53,508 |
| 5 years | $68,531 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Political Science & Government graduates from Monmouth University take home a median $53,508, compared with $69,076 for all Monmouth University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Political Science & Government graduates from Monmouth University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at Monmouth University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Political Science & Government graduates at Monmouth University are 76% women (22) and 24% men (7).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at Monmouth University
Among the 29 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at Monmouth University, 76% were women (22) and 24% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Monmouth University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Monmouth University, lower than 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 Monmouth University
The Political Science & Government program at Monmouth University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 29 |
Top-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at Monmouth University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.
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