Political Science and Government at Carlow University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (72 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | $37,534* | — | $26,000* | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $65,473* | $86,353 | $14,722* | 0.22 |
| Lehigh University | $53,632* | $75,918 | $21,150* | 0.39 |
| Bucknell University | $53,012* | $69,853 | $26,000* | 0.49 |
| Lafayette College | $48,112* | $71,924 | $13,640* | 0.28 |
| Villanova University | $46,549* | $72,272 | $25,620* | 0.55 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500* | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $65,473 | $14,722 |
| Lehigh University Bethlehem | $62,180 | $53,632 | $21,150 |
| Bucknell University Lewisburg | $64,772 | $53,012 | $26,000 |
| Lafayette College Easton | $62,574 | $48,112 | $13,640 |
| Villanova University Villanova | $64,701 | $46,549 | $25,620 |
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 Carlow University, approximately 41% 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 28 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.