Political Science & Government at University of Southern Maine
What traits are you looking for in a school for Political Science & Government, you may want to check out the program at University of Southern Maine. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Southern Maine is in Portland, ME.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 27 political science & government degrees were awarded at University of Southern Maine.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern Maine
Online coursework is an option at University of Southern Maine. Of 7,604 students, 1,870 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,803 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Political Science & Government Rankings at University of Southern Maine
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern Maine’s Political Science & Government program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #6 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #51 of 59 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #162 of 676 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #497 of 677 |
Earnings for Political Science & Government Graduates from University of Southern Maine
Students who complete University of Southern Maine’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 | $36,075 |
| 2 years | $39,369 |
| 4 years | $48,192 |
| 5 years | $62,143 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Political Science & Government graduates from University of Southern Maine earn a median of $48,192, compared with $59,174 for all University of Southern Maine graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Political Science & Government graduates from University of Southern Maine is $19,212.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Political Science & Government graduates at University of Southern Maine, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Political Science & Government graduates at University of Southern Maine are 52% women (14) and 48% men (13).
Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Program at University of Southern Maine
Of the 27 bachelor’s political science & government degrees awarded at University of Southern Maine, 52% were women (14) and 48% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern Maine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Political Science & Government bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern Maine, 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 University of Southern Maine
This Political Science & Government program at University of Southern Maine offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science | 27 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Political Science & Government Graduates
Students who finish Political Science & Government program at University of Southern Maine work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying 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.