Political Science & Government at Troy University
If you plan to study Political Science & Government, consider the program at Troy University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Troy University is located in Troy, AL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 22 political science & government degrees were awarded at Troy University.
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Online Class Availability at Troy University
Online coursework is an option at Troy University. Among 13,658 students, 6,980 (51%) studied exclusively online and 2,579 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at Troy University
Use these rankings to compare Troy University’s Political Science & Government program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #2 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #61 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #137 of 151 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #286 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #656 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from Troy University
Graduates of Troy 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 | $33,338 |
| 2 years | $32,925 |
| 3 years | $38,839 |
| 4 years | $51,956 |
| 5 years | $59,990 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Political Science & Government graduates from Troy University report median earnings of $51,956, compared with $52,344 for all Troy University graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Political Science & Government graduates from Troy University comes in at $27,874.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Political Science & Government graduates at Troy University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at Troy University are 32% women (7) and 68% men (15).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at Troy University
Among the 22 bachelor’s political science & government graduates at Troy University, 32% were women (7) and 68% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University, higher 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 Troy University
This Political Science & Government program at Troy University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 22 |
Top-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Graduates of the Political Science & Government program at Troy University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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.