by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Cleveland State University ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in political science.
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The bachelor's program at Cleveland State University was ranked #473 on College Factual's Best Schools for political science list. It is also ranked #21 in Ohio.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 461 |
| Best Political Science & Government Schools | 473 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Cleveland State University handed out 41 bachelor's degrees in political science & government. This is a decrease of 15% over the previous year when 48 degrees were handed out.
Political Science majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Cleveland State University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $26,204 a year. This is less than $35,631, which is the national median of all political science majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Cleveland State University was $744 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $521 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,503 | $17,863 |
| Fees | $110 | $110 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,760 | $14,760 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,770 | $3,770 |
Learn more about Cleveland State University tuition and fees.
Of the 41 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in political science from Cleveland State University in 2022, 39% were men and 61% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 59% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cleveland State University with a bachelor's in political science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 24 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 5 |
Cleveland State University does not offer an online option for its political science bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Cleveland State University Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the political science majors at Cleveland State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Urban Studies | 47 |
| Sociology | 30 |
| International Relations & National Security | 21 |
| Economics | 13 |
| Anthropology | 7 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
