Political Science and Government

Northern Illinois University offers a comprehensive education in Political Science and Government, preparing students for various roles in the public sector. However, graduates face significant financial challenges, with a low starting salary and a prolonged debt payoff period that may hinder long-term financial viability.

Lifetime Value
$-3,157

Warning: It's better to just get ANY job than to join this program!

This program has a negative lifetime value - that means that your salary won't go up enough to cover the costs + debt of going!

Position

Political Science

Dekalb, IL

Northern Illinois University

Starting Salary

$ 28,394

Cost per year

$ 13,484

Graduation Rate

59.6 %

Acceptance Rate

70.7 %

Program Length

4 Years

Payback Period

Forever - Not Worth It