Political Science and Government at Bowie State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie State University | $39,616* | — | $22,580* | — |
| University of Maryland Global Campus | $62,476* | $67,609 | $17,600* | 0.28 |
| Loyola University Maryland | $44,572* | $62,443 | $27,000* | 0.61 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | $42,688* | $67,120 | $18,768* | 0.44 |
| Towson University | $42,648* | $53,217 | $20,875* | 0.49 |
| Frostburg State University | $41,332* | $60,798 | $25,000* | 0.60 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500* | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Maryland
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maryland schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi | $7,992 | $62,476 | $17,600 |
| Loyola University Maryland Baltimore | $55,480 | $44,572 | $27,000 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $11,505 | $42,688 | $18,768 |
| Towson University Towson | $11,306 | $42,648 | $20,875 |
| Frostburg State University Frostburg | $9,998 | $41,332 | $25,000 |
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 Bowie State University, approximately 44% 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 MD. Actual outcomes may vary.