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Political Science in Washington

Political Science Schools in Washington

884 students earned Political Science degrees in Washington in the 2022-2023 year.

In terms of popularity, Political Science is the 14th most popular major in the state out of a total 301 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Political Science Majors in Washington

Political Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 859
Master’s Degree 14
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 11

Gender Distribution

In Washington, a political science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of political science majors in Washington is as follows:

  • Asian: 11.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.1%
  • White: 57.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.8%
  • Other Races: 10.1%
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Jobs for Political Science Grads in Washington

In this state, there are 12,490 people employed in jobs related to a political science degree, compared to 515,790 nationwide.

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Wages for Political Science Jobs in Washington

Political Science grads earn an average of $89,490 in the state and $115,590 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Washington that offer political science degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

423 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
48,149 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 58% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $13,404. It takes the average student 4.24 years to graduate.

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115 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
31,159 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $15,484. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.45 years to complete their degree at Wazzu.

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102 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
15,197 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. A typical student attending WWU will pay a net price of $18,373. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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80 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
6,304 Total Students

The average student takes 4.41 years to complete their degree at UW Bothell. Of all the students who attend this school, 55% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $10,495.

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64 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
7,295 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $34,331. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 56% are considered full time.

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44 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
2,130 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $37,164. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years.

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33 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
7,050 Total Students

The average student takes 4.19 years to complete their degree at Seattle U. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $33,700. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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32 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
12,349 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. 96% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time.

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Whitman College

Walla Walla
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
1,360 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. An average student at Whitman will pay a net price of $35,627.

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19 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
11,174 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it. A typical student attending CWU will pay a net price of $16,768. 74% of the teachers are full time.

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Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to political science.

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Economics 713
Sociology 650
General Social Sciences 518
Anthropology 232
Geography & Cartography 218
International Relations & Security 64
Other Social Sciences 61
Urban Studies 37

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View Nationwide Political Science Report

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