Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia

Political Science and Government bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (37 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Lynchburg
Liberty University$46,508$48,474$27,0000.58
University of Virginia-Main Campus$45,875$67,976$18,0150.39
George Mason University$45,846$60,165$22,0000.48
Christopher Newport University$43,508$58,043$23,2500.53
University of Richmond$43,253$58,382$23,0800.53
National Median$35,627$23,5000.66

Other Political Science and Government Programs in Virginia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Liberty University
Lynchburg
$21,222$46,508$27,000
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville
$20,986$45,875$18,015
George Mason University
Fairfax
$13,815$45,846$22,000
Christopher Newport University
Newport News
$16,351$43,508$23,250
University of Richmond
University of Richmond
$62,600$43,253$23,080

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 University of Lynchburg, approximately 27% 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.