Political Science & Government at University of Denver
If you are interested in studying Political Science & Government, you may want to check out the program at University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Denver is located in Denver, CO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 50 political science & government graduations were recorded at University of Denver.
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Studying Online at University of Denver
Many students take online classes at University of Denver. Of 12,813 students, 2,787 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,447 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Denver
Rankings can help you compare University of Denver’s Political Science & Government program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 25 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #25 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #104 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #624 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Denver
Students who complete University of Denver’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 | $34,377 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $46,343 |
| 4 years | $57,491 |
| 5 years | $72,583 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Denver earn a median of $57,491, compared with $66,465 for all University of Denver graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Denver is $22,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at University of Denver, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Denver are 62% women (31) and 38% men (19).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Denver
Among the 50 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Denver, 62% were women (31) and 38% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 36% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Denver, 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 University of Denver
The Political Science & Government program at University of Denver offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 50 |
Best-Paid Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at University of Denver go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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.