Political Science and Government at Pacific University
Bachelor's Degree
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific University | $36,022* | — | — | — |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $39,157* | $59,559 | $24,260 | 0.62 |
| Oregon State University | $39,157* | $59,559 | $24,260 | 0.62 |
| Lewis & Clark College | $38,784* | — | — | — |
| University of Oregon | $36,022* | $55,828 | $20,183 | 0.56 |
| Portland State University | $35,173* | $44,469 | $23,818 | 0.68 |
| 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-Cascades Campus Bend | $12,594 | $39,157 | $24,260 |
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $13,494 | $39,157 | $24,260 |
| Lewis & Clark College Portland | $62,350 | $38,784 | — |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $15,669 | $36,022 | $20,183 |
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $35,173 | $23,818 |
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 Pacific University, approximately 27% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in OR. Actual outcomes may vary.