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 145–168 of 306 colleges

University at Albany
Albany, New York
πŸ› Public Match
Acceptance rate 69.9%
Annual cost
$28,490/yr
Grad earnings
$67,979
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
26
Apply by Feb 1 Decision Mar 31 Fee $50
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Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 83.9%
Annual cost
$30,528/yr
Grad earnings
$67,253
SAT avg
1,261
ACT mid
26
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $65
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
πŸ› Public Safety
Acceptance rate 87.2%
Annual cost
$21,799/yr
Grad earnings
$67,170
SAT avg
1,231
ACT mid
26
Apply by Dec 1 Decision Jan 31 Fee $55
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
πŸ› Public Safety
Acceptance rate 87.2%
Annual cost
$21,799/yr
Grad earnings
$67,170
SAT avg
1,231
ACT mid
26
Apply by Apr 1 Decision May 15 Fee $55
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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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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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Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
πŸ› Public Safety
Acceptance rate 82.9%
Annual cost
$39,799/yr
Grad earnings
$63,727
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $55
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Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
πŸ› Public Safety
Acceptance rate 82.9%
Annual cost
$39,799/yr
Grad earnings
$63,727
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Feb 1 Fee $55
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Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 82.9%
Annual cost
$39,799/yr
Grad earnings
$63,727
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $55
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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?
University at Albany leads with median graduate earnings of $67,979 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 Michigan State University, University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, Temple University, Pennsylvania State University-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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