Political Science and Government at Hillsdale College
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale College | — | — | — | — |
| 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 Hillsdale College, approximately 0% 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.