Political Science and Government at Georgia State University

Master's Degree

Location: Atlanta, GA•In-State Tuition: $8,478•Out-of-State Tuition: $23,709•Admission Rate: 62%•Avg SAT: 1149
Median Earnings (1yr)
$52,547
31st percentile
Sample Size
19
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Georgia State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Georgia State University graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 31th percentile of all political science and government masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia

Political Science and Government masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Georgia State University$52,547———
National Median$60,055———

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 Georgia State University, approximately 50% 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.