Political Science and Government at Keene State College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Keene State College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Keene State College graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 16th percentile of all political science and government bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New Hampshire
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Hampshire (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keene State College | $29,142 | — | — | — |
| Dartmouth College | $72,618 | $84,898 | $17,500 | 0.24 |
| Southern New Hampshire University | $41,530 | — | $30,811 | 0.74 |
| Saint Anselm College | $41,322 | — | $27,000 | 0.65 |
| University of New Hampshire-Main Campus | $38,435 | $54,391 | $27,000 | 0.70 |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester | $38,435 | $54,391 | $27,000 | 0.70 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in New Hampshire
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Hampshire schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth College Hanover | $65,739 | $72,618 | $17,500 |
| Southern New Hampshire University Manchester | $16,450 | $41,530 | $30,811 |
| Saint Anselm College Manchester | $46,810 | $41,322 | $27,000 |
| University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham | $19,112 | $38,435 | $27,000 |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester | $15,820 | $38,435 | $27,000 |
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 Keene State College, approximately 24% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.