Political Science and Government at Albertus Magnus College

Connecticut's political science programs show a stark divide between elite institutions and the rest. While Yale graduates earn $57,466 in their first year, similar programs across the state suggest first-year earnings closer to $37,000—which is where Albertus Magnus likely lands based on peer program outcomes. At an estimated $25,000 in debt, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 sits right at the threshold where monthly loan payments become manageable but still consume a meaningful chunk of early-career income.

The reality is that political science graduates typically need graduate school, unpaid internships, or entry-level positions that don't immediately leverage their degree to build toward better-paying careers in law, policy, or advocacy. That $37,000 starting point—whether from Albertus Magnus or comparable Connecticut programs—requires either family financial support or careful budgeting during those crucial early years. The nearly 50% Pell grant population suggests many students here don't have that cushion.

For families weighing this investment, the key question is whether your child has a clear path beyond the bachelor's degree. Without plans for law school, graduate work, or connections that can open doors in competitive fields, that estimated debt burden may prove harder to service than the raw numbers suggest.