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. Also, learn how Fairmont State 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.
The bachelor's program at Fairmont State was ranked #520 on College Factual's Best Schools for political science list. It is also ranked #3 in West Virginia.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 507 |
| Best Political Science & Government Schools | 520 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Fairmont State University handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in political science & government. This is a decrease of 32% over the previous year when 38 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of political science students who receive their bachelor's degree at Fairmont State is $34,992. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $35,631 for all political science students.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Fairmont State paid an average of $755 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $342 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,468 | $16,174 |
| Fees | $1,986 | $2,198 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,486 | $11,486 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 62% of political science bachelor's degrees went to men and 38% went to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Fairmont State are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 88% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Fairmont State University with a bachelor's in political science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the Fairmont State political science bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Fairmont State Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the political science majors at Fairmont State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| International Relations & National Security | 30 |
| Sociology | 9 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
