Political Science and Government at Sterling College
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling College | $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 Sterling College, 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.