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Political Science in Massachusetts

Political Science Schools in Massachusetts

Jobs for Political Science Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 40,580 people employed in jobs related to a Poly Sci degree, compared to 1,759,580 nationwide.

Political Science Jobs Nationwide vs. MA

Wages for Political Science Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for a Poly Sci grad in the state is $113,673, compared to a typical salary of $101,355 nationwide.

Political Science Wages Nationwide vs. MA

Our data covers 7 colleges in Massachusetts offering Poly Sci degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge

Graduates earn a median salary of $92,518 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 3% of applicants. 99% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $55,834 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 11%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 95%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $74,155 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 6% of applicants. 98% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $48,020 in their first year after graduation. About 21% of those who apply are admitted. 93% of full-time students return after their first year.

#5

Tufts University

Medford

Graduates earn a median salary of $63,641 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 10%, getting in takes some planning. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,267 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 85% of applicants. 76% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $49,875 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 83% of applicants. 73% of full-time students return after their first year.

Political Science Careers in MA

Some of the careers Poly Sci majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary $66,472
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $77,927
Managers, All Other $95,684
Compliance Managers $117,178
Loss Prevention Managers $165,723
Political Scientists $71,521
Regulatory Affairs Managers $77,828
Social Science Research Assistants $41,630
Wind Energy Operations Managers $122,567
Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers $99,321
Wind Energy Development Managers $169,952

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Poly Sci.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
General Economics 21,627
General Social Sciences 15,565
International Relations 11,684
General Public Policy Analysis 5,419
International Security 788
Other International Relations 563
International Policy Analysis 276
American History 242

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View Nationwide Political Science Report

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