Political Science and Government at The University of Tennessee-Martin
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Martin | $34,635* | $46,438 | — | — |
| Vanderbilt University | $46,843* | $72,701 | $12,000 | 0.26 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $39,490* | $46,643 | $22,150 | 0.56 |
| East Tennessee State University | $37,594* | $38,197 | $23,000 | 0.61 |
| Rhodes College | $35,537* | $63,885 | $26,500 | 0.75 |
| Tennessee State University | $35,206* | $42,503 | $27,000 | 0.77 |
| National Median | $35,627* | — | $23,500 | 0.66 |
Other Political Science and Government Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $63,946 | $46,843 | $12,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $39,490 | $22,150 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $9,950 | $37,594 | $23,000 |
| Rhodes College Memphis | $54,892 | $35,537 | $26,500 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $8,568 | $35,206 | $27,000 |
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 The University of Tennessee-Martin, 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.
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 11 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.