Political Science and Government at Robert Morris University

Pennsylvania's political science bachelor's programs cluster around $37,500 in first-year earnings, which is where Robert Morris University's estimated outcomes land. With an estimated $26,000 in debt, graduates would face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.69—manageable but requiring deliberate financial planning in those crucial early career years. For context, the state's top-performing programs like Penn and Bucknell report earnings 40-75% higher, though these comparisons involve highly selective institutions with very different student populations.

The real question is whether this path makes sense given the actual job market for political science graduates. Many use the degree as preparation for law school, graduate programs, or government work that requires additional credentials. If your child plans to continue their education immediately, that $26,000 in undergraduate debt becomes the foundation of a much larger borrowing total. If they're heading straight to work, they'll need to be strategic about landing positions that pay above the $37,500 estimate—government agencies, nonprofits, and private sector roles vary dramatically in compensation.

Given the data limitations here, have a direct conversation with the program about where recent graduates actually landed and what they're earning. With an admission rate above 90%, Robert Morris is accessible, but you want to ensure the program provides real career support and connections beyond the credential itself.