Political Science and Government at Saint Martin's University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Martin's University | $40,175* | — | $22,624* | — |
| Whitworth University | $43,933* | $62,993 | $22,624* | 0.51 |
| Pacific Lutheran University | $41,518* | $48,683 | $20,250* | 0.49 |
| Seattle University | $41,474* | $52,211 | $20,449* | 0.49 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $41,246* | $55,874 | $14,000* | 0.34 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | $41,246* | $55,874 | $14,000* | 0.34 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500* | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $43,933 | $22,624 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $50,964 | $41,518 | $20,250 |
| Seattle University Seattle | $54,285 | $41,474 | $20,449 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $41,246 | $14,000 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $12,559 | $41,246 | $14,000 |
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 Saint Martin's University, approximately 40% 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 14 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.