Political Science and Government at Fayetteville State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (43 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville State University | $32,780* | — | $29,390 | — |
| Duke University | $54,970* | $84,950 | $14,016 | 0.25 |
| Wake Forest University | $47,161* | $70,723 | $23,133 | 0.49 |
| North Carolina A & T State University | $42,310* | — | $29,264 | 0.69 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $41,200* | $58,890 | $15,100 | 0.37 |
| Elon University | $38,836* | $67,059 | $20,500 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $54,970 | $14,016 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $47,161 | $23,133 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $6,748 | $42,310 | $29,264 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $41,200 | $15,100 |
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $38,836 | $20,500 |
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 Fayetteville State University, approximately 53% 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 15 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.