Political Science and Government at Pittsburg State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg State University | $31,372* | — | — | — |
| University of Kansas | $33,700* | $56,303 | $22,249 | 0.66 |
| Kansas State University | $32,289* | $56,647 | $25,000 | 0.77 |
| Fort Hays State University | $30,454* | — | $30,468 | 1.00 |
| Wichita State University | $30,121* | — | $21,000 | 0.70 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $11,700 | $33,700 | $22,249 |
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $10,942 | $32,289 | $25,000 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $30,454 | $30,468 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $30,121 | $21,000 |
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 Pittsburg State University, approximately 32% 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 4 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.