Political Science and Government at Ferris State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris State University | — | — | — | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $39,702 | $65,311 | $18,862 | 0.48 |
| Michigan State University | $39,514 | $61,726 | $22,576 | 0.57 |
| Albion College | $39,066 | — | $26,267 | 0.67 |
| Western Michigan University | $38,744 | $47,068 | $26,564 | 0.69 |
| Central Michigan University | $36,006 | $55,204 | $27,239 | 0.76 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $39,702 | $18,862 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $39,514 | $22,576 |
| Albion College Albion | $55,746 | $39,066 | $26,267 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $38,744 | $26,564 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $36,006 | $27,239 |
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 Ferris State University, approximately 34% 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.