by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in political science.
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Gain a solid understanding of American political history, the current political landscape, and the major political parties with this online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
Amherst is in the top 10% of the country for political science. More specifically it was ranked #43 out of 607 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #3 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Amherst College handed out 29 bachelor's degrees in political science & government. This is a decrease of 28% over the previous year when 40 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of political science students who receive their bachelor's degree at Amherst is $51,419. This is higher than $33,089, which is the national median for all political science bachelor's degree recipients.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the political science majors at Amherst College.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 29 students earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Amherst. About 45% of these graduates were women and the other 55% were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Amherst College with a bachelor's in political science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 37 |
| Anthropology | 13 |
| Sociology | 8 |
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