Political Science and Government at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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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-Metropolitan 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-Metropolitan Campus, approximately 22% 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.