Political Science and Government at Lewis & Clark College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lewis & Clark College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lewis & Clark College graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all political science and government bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark College | $38,784 | — | — | — |
| Oregon State University | $39,157 | $59,559 | $24,260 | 0.62 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $39,157 | $59,559 | $24,260 | 0.62 |
| University of Oregon | $36,022 | $55,828 | $20,183 | 0.56 |
| Portland State University | $35,173 | $44,469 | $23,818 | 0.68 |
| Willamette University | $35,162 | $58,791 | $21,331 | 0.61 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $13,494 | $39,157 | $24,260 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $12,594 | $39,157 | $24,260 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $15,669 | $36,022 | $20,183 |
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $35,173 | $23,818 |
| Willamette University Salem | $48,268 | $35,162 | $21,331 |
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 Lewis & Clark College, approximately 19% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.