Doctoral Degree   USA

Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Political Science and Government

306 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

306 Colleges
πŸ“ USA
πŸŽ“ Doctoral Degree

Showing 265–288 of 306 colleges

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
πŸ› Public Match ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 66.8%
Annual cost
$22,605/yr
Grad earnings
$47,872
SAT avg
1,056
ACT mid
21
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $25
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Idaho State University
Pocatello, Idaho
πŸ› Public Open Admissions ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 100%
Annual cost
$21,084/yr
Grad earnings
$45,608
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
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Stanford University
Stanford, California
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.9%
Annual cost
$82,162/yr
Grad earnings
$124,080
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Apr 1 Fee $90
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Stanford University
Stanford, California
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.9%
Annual cost
$82,162/yr
Grad earnings
$124,080
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $90
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 5.9%
Annual cost
$85,738/yr
Grad earnings
$111,371
SAT avg
1,545
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Mar 31 Fee $75
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 5.9%
Annual cost
$85,738/yr
Grad earnings
$111,371
SAT avg
1,545
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $75
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Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$80,440/yr
Grad earnings
$110,066
SAT avg
1,535
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Mar 31
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Political Science and Government in USA?
306 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Political Science and Government in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Political Science and Government in USA?
Mississippi State University leads with median graduate earnings of $51,513 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Political Science and Government colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of New Orleans, Idaho State University, Kent State University at Kent, University of New Mexico-Main Campus. 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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