Political Science and Government at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus | — | $52,212 | — | — |
| Princeton University | $63,317 | — | — | — |
| The College of New Jersey | $40,229 | $57,902 | $25,625 | 0.64 |
| Rutgers University-Camden | $39,723 | $53,569 | $24,188 | 0.61 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $39,723 | $53,569 | $24,188 | 0.61 |
| Rutgers University-Newark | $39,723 | $53,569 | $24,188 | 0.61 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University Princeton | $59,710 | $63,317 | — |
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $18,685 | $40,229 | $25,625 |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $17,079 | $39,723 | $24,188 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $17,239 | $39,723 | $24,188 |
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $16,586 | $39,723 | $24,188 |
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 Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus, 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.