Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$98,070/yr
Typical range
$73,260 – $129,130
Education
Doctoral degree
Time to entry
About 8+ years of higher education
What a Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary does
Instruct college students in political systems, government structures, and international relations through lectures, seminars, and research projects. You help students analyze political issues and develop critical thinking about governance and policy.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a doctoral degree. About 8+ years of higher education.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$110,000. Estimated payback: ~6 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education — $63,970/yr
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $72,040/yr
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $64,370/yr
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term — $41,670/yr
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education — $38,140/yr
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