Political Science and Government at Blackburn College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (45 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | — | — | — | — |
| University of Chicago | $56,022 | $78,986 | $18,500 | 0.33 |
| Northwestern University | $54,737 | $71,052 | $16,834 | 0.31 |
| Wheaton College | $45,069 | — | $23,250 | 0.52 |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $38,363 | $48,704 | $21,761 | 0.57 |
| DePaul University | $37,531 | $52,563 | $24,499 | 0.65 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Chicago | $66,939 | $56,022 | $18,500 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $54,737 | $16,834 |
| Wheaton College Wheaton | $43,930 | $45,069 | $23,250 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $38,363 | $21,761 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $37,531 | $24,499 |
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 Blackburn College, approximately 54% 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.