Political Science & Government at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
If you are interested in studying Political Science & Government, consider the program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is located in Ann Arbor, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 295 political science & government degrees were granted at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
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Studying Online at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Distance learning is available at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Among 52,855 students, 1,479 (3%) studied exclusively online and 4,583 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Use these rankings to compare University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Political Science & Government program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 79 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #147 of 676 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 79 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #147 of 676 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 79 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 677 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #147 of 676 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Students who complete University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’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 | $40,625 |
| 2 years | $40,305 |
| 3 years | $53,177 |
| 4 years | $65,311 |
| 5 years | $78,402 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take home a median $65,311, compared with $92,481 for all University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor comes in at $18,862.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Political Science & Government graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor are 56% women (164) and 44% men (131).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Of the 277 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 57% were women (157) and 43% were men (120).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 185 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 30 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 27% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, below the national average of 41%.*
Political Science & Government Master’s Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Among the 4 master’s political science & government graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Political Science & Government Doctoral Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Of the 14 doctoral political science & government degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 43% were women (6) and 57% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 21% of Political Science & Government doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, above the national average of 16%.*
*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 Michigan-Ann Arbor
The Political Science & Government program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 295 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Students who finish Political Science & Government program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor work across a variety of fields. 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.