Political Science and Government at Berea College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berea College | $31,777* | — | $24,625* | — |
| Eastern Kentucky University | $35,899* | $47,215 | $21,498* | 0.60 |
| University of Kentucky | $34,745* | $48,326 | $21,667* | 0.62 |
| University of Louisville | $31,777* | $46,403 | $19,500* | 0.61 |
| Bellarmine University | $25,424* | $37,194 | $25,226* | 0.99 |
| Western Kentucky University | $23,294* | $43,807 | $20,500* | 0.88 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500* | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $10,130 | $35,899 | $21,498 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $13,212 | $34,745 | $21,667 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $12,828 | $31,777 | $19,500 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $47,180 | $25,424 | $25,226 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $11,436 | $23,294 | $20,500 |
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 Berea College, approximately 81% 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 5 similar programs in KY. Actual outcomes may vary.