Political Science and Government at Bethel University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel University | $34,944* | — | — | — |
| University of Notre Dame | $55,316* | $68,814 | $19,000 | 0.34 |
| DePauw University | $44,224* | $60,137 | $27,000 | 0.61 |
| Ball State University | $39,755* | $38,880 | $25,410 | 0.64 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $39,708* | $59,857 | $20,000 | 0.50 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | $36,535* | $55,980 | $18,500 | 0.51 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $62,693 | $55,316 | $19,000 |
| DePauw University Greencastle | $57,070 | $44,224 | $27,000 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $10,758 | $39,755 | $25,410 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $39,708 | $20,000 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $10,449 | $36,535 | $18,500 |
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 Bethel University, approximately 35% 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 10 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.