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Best Colleges for Masters Degree in Political Science and Government

48 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

48 Colleges
📍 Texas
🎓 Masters Degree

Showing 1–24 of 48 colleges in Texas

Rice University
Houston, Texas
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 7.9%
Annual cost
$74,110/yr
Grad earnings
$89,718
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 11 Fee $75
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Rice University
Houston, Texas
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 7.9%
Annual cost
$74,110/yr
Grad earnings
$89,718
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Jan 4 Decision Apr 1 Fee $75
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Baylor University
Waco, Texas
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 51%
Annual cost
$70,130/yr
Grad earnings
$65,793
SAT avg
1,313
ACT mid
29
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 15 Fee $50
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Baylor University
Waco, Texas
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 51%
Annual cost
$70,130/yr
Grad earnings
$65,793
SAT avg
1,313
ACT mid
29
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $50
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Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
🏛 Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 70.9%
Annual cost
$27,472/yr
Grad earnings
$62,454
SAT avg
1,182
ACT mid
26
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $75
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Masters Degree in Political Science and Government in Texas?
48 colleges and universities currently offer Masters Degree programs in Political Science and Government in Texas, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Political Science and Government in Texas?
Rice University leads with median graduate earnings of $89,718 ten years after enrollment for Masters Degree graduates.
Which Political Science and Government colleges in Texas have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Texas Tech University, The University of Texas at San Antonio. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Political Science and Government programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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