Political Science and Government at St. Joseph's University-New York
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How St. Joseph's University-New York graduates compare to all programs nationally
St. Joseph's University-New York graduates earn $34k, placing them in the 42th percentile of all political science and government bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (81 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph's University-New York | $34,334 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $61,077 | $79,220 | $22,943 | 0.38 |
| Cornell University | $60,292 | $72,438 | $14,400 | 0.24 |
| Hamilton College | $58,807 | $69,934 | $12,500 | 0.21 |
| Barnard College | $57,298 | — | $19,000 | 0.33 |
| Colgate University | $56,064 | $85,816 | $16,250 | 0.29 |
| National Median | $35,627 | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $61,077 | $22,943 |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $60,292 | $14,400 |
| Hamilton College Clinton | $65,740 | $58,807 | $12,500 |
| Barnard College New York | $66,246 | $57,298 | $19,000 |
| Colgate University Hamilton | $67,024 | $56,064 | $16,250 |
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 St. Joseph's University-New York, approximately 34% 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.