Political Science and Government at Salve Regina University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Rhode Island
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salve Regina University | $39,220* | — | — | — |
| Brown University | $54,634* | $72,438 | $14,481 | 0.27 |
| Providence College | $43,911* | $61,041 | $27,000 | 0.61 |
| Bryant University | $41,112* | $66,316 | $23,250 | 0.57 |
| Roger Williams University | $37,327* | — | $27,000 | 0.72 |
| University of Rhode Island | $31,649* | $54,781 | $20,500 | 0.65 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Rhode Island
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Rhode Island schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University Providence | $68,230 | $54,634 | $14,481 |
| Providence College Providence | $60,848 | $43,911 | $27,000 |
| Bryant University Smithfield | $51,169 | $41,112 | $23,250 |
| Roger Williams University Bristol | $42,666 | $37,327 | $27,000 |
| University of Rhode Island Kingston | $16,408 | $31,649 | $20,500 |
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 Salve Regina University, approximately 15% 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 6 similar programs in RI. Actual outcomes may vary.