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 UMass Lowell ranks among other schools offering degrees in political science.
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The bachelor's program at UMass Lowell was ranked #380 on College Factual's Best Schools for political science list. It is also ranked #23 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Political Science & Government Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 373 |
| Best Political Science & Government Schools | 380 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Massachusetts - Lowell handed out 28 bachelor's degrees in political science & government. This is a decrease of 28% over the previous year when 39 degrees were handed out.
Political Science majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UMass Lowell go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $35,330 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $35,631 for all political science students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at UMass Lowell was $1,445 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $660 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,850 | $34,676 |
| Fees | $720 | $720 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,424 | $15,424 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,370 | $1,370 |
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Of the 28 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in political science from UMass Lowell in 2022, 57% were men and 43% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 57% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts - Lowell with a bachelor's in political science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Online degrees for the UMass Lowell 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 UMass Lowell Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the political science majors at University of Massachusetts - Lowell.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| International Relations & National Security | 63 |
| Sociology | 18 |
| Economics | 17 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
