Political Science and Government at Marymount University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Marymount University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Marymount University graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all political science and government bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marymount University | $41,186 | — | — | — |
| Liberty University | $46,508 | $48,474 | $27,000 | 0.58 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $45,875 | $67,976 | $18,015 | 0.39 |
| George Mason University | $45,846 | $60,165 | $22,000 | 0.48 |
| Christopher Newport University | $43,508 | $58,043 | $23,250 | 0.53 |
| University of Richmond | $43,253 | $58,382 | $23,080 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $46,508 | $27,000 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $45,875 | $18,015 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $45,846 | $22,000 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $16,351 | $43,508 | $23,250 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $62,600 | $43,253 | $23,080 |
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 Marymount University, approximately 22% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.