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Political Science and Government at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Indiana, PA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $40,730/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (50% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (182,300 openings/yr)

ROI 10.9x earnings multiple (7.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #215 of 521 Political Science and Government programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Political Science and Government graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$497K	$497K	$466K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.9x	10.9x	10.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.6x	7.6x	7.1x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	44%	33%
DegreeOutlook Score	50	49	45

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$45,520

Out-of-state: $65,188 (7.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$68,864

-51% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

8.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,648

19% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $40,730 per year, Political Science and Government graduates from Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus earn slightly above the $36,684 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

With a 10.9x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Political Science and Government career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $40,730/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #215 ranking among 521 Political Science and Government programs places Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The limited growth from $40,730 to $48,648 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

With 91% of applicants admitted, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus prioritizes broad access, serving 6,893 students in Indiana, PA.

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Top Career Paths

Political scientists $139,380/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Economics teachers, postsecondary $119,980/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 49/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Political Science and Government at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus?

At 49/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Political Science and Government programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Political Science and Government at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus?

The 50% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →