Political Science and Government at Bennington College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Vermont
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Vermont (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennington College | $39,148* | — | $25,636* | — |
| Middlebury College | $59,026* | $67,080 | $19,500* | 0.33 |
| Norwich University | $43,988* | $50,854 | $25,636* | 0.58 |
| Saint Michael's College | $34,307* | $55,914 | $27,000* | 0.79 |
| University of Vermont | $31,594* | $51,935 | $23,127* | 0.73 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500* | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Vermont
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Vermont schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlebury College Middlebury | $65,280 | $59,026 | $19,500 |
| Norwich University Northfield | $49,600 | $43,988 | $25,636 |
| Saint Michael's College Colchester | $50,040 | $34,307 | $27,000 |
| University of Vermont Burlington | $18,890 | $31,594 | $23,127 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Bennington College, approximately 21% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in VT. Actual outcomes may vary.