Political Science and Government at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

FAMU's Political Science program lands below Florida's median for graduate earnings, ranking at the 40th percentile statewide—trailing competitors like University of North Florida by $8,000 and even falling short of the state median by nearly $4,000. That earnings gap matters when you're carrying $28,141 in debt, which exceeds both state and national norms. The program does show solid debt management compared to national standards, and earnings grow nearly 30% by year four, but that still only brings graduates to $39,730—barely catching up to what some peer programs deliver right out of the gate.

The concerning pattern here is that FAMU graduates start behind and struggle to close the gap. While the university's selectivity (21% admission rate) and significant Pell population suggest it serves ambitious students from diverse backgrounds, this particular program doesn't translate that potential into competitive earnings outcomes. You're paying above-average debt for below-average returns in a state with 30 political science programs to choose from.

If your child is set on FAMU for its unique community or other programs, this could work—but make sure they're heading toward a clear graduate school path or have specific government connections that will boost those entry-level numbers. Otherwise, University of North Florida or UCF deliver stronger starting positions for similar or less debt.