Political Science and Government at Bryant University

Bryant's political science program shows a surprisingly strong earnings trajectory, though you'll need to weigh that against limited data reliability. With just under 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift significantly year to year. That said, first-year earnings of $41,112 beat both the national median ($35,627) and Rhode Island median ($39,220), placing graduates in the 78th percentile nationally. More impressive is the 61% earnings jump to $66,316 by year four—suggesting graduates are finding professional roles that value their degree, not just landing entry-level positions.

The debt picture is manageable at $23,250, roughly matching state and national averages. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.57, graduates owe about seven months of their first-year salary. Among Rhode Island's nine political science programs, Bryant sits solidly in the middle—behind Brown and Providence College but ahead of the state's public options. For context, Brown's graduates earn $54,634 initially, but they also likely carry more debt given that institution's cost structure.

The small sample size means an unusually successful (or unsuccessful) graduating class could skew these figures dramatically. If your child is considering political science here, the data suggests decent outcomes, but don't treat these numbers as guarantees. The institution's 11% Pell grant rate indicates most students come from families who can afford Bryant's price tag—consider whether your family fits that profile before committing.