Political Science & Government at University of Michigan-Dearborn
If you are interested in studying Political Science & Government, take a look at what University of Michigan-Dearborn. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Michigan-Dearborn sits in Dearborn, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 18 political science & government degrees were awarded at University of Michigan-Dearborn.
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Online Class Availability at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Distance learning is available at University of Michigan-Dearborn. Of 8,104 students, 1,314 (16%) studied exclusively online and 3,952 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Use these rankings to compare University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Political Science & Government program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #65 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #155 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #548 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn
Students who complete University of Michigan-Dearborn’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 | $25,264 |
| 2 years | $31,133 |
| 3 years | $41,147 |
| 4 years | $47,293 |
| 5 years | $64,730 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn take home a median $47,293, compared with $78,254 for all University of Michigan-Dearborn graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn comes in at $23,175.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Political Science & Government graduates at University of Michigan-Dearborn, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Michigan-Dearborn are 61% women (11) and 39% men (7).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Among the 18 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Dearborn, 61% were women (11) and 39% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 28% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn, 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 Michigan-Dearborn
The Political Science & Government program at University of Michigan-Dearborn offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 18 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Those who complete Political Science & Government program at University of Michigan-Dearborn work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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.