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Political Science and Government at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus

Zanesville, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $38,753/yr (6% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (50% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (182,300 openings/yr)

ROI 23.1x earnings multiple (15.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #34 of 521 Political Science and Government programs Top 10%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Political Science and Government graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$582K	$572K	$522K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	23.6x	23.1x	21.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	15.9x	15.6x	14.2x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	44%	33%
DegreeOutlook Score	61	60	57

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$24,712

Out-of-state: $36,680 (15.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$23,884

3% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,500

7.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$60,377

56% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,753 at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus come in 6% above the national median of $36,684 for Political Science and Government programs.

With a 23.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Political Science and Government career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,500 against $38,753/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

At #34 of 521 programs, this Political Science and Government program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The $38,753-to-$60,377 earnings arc over five years reflects a 56% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Ohio University-Zanesville Campus

a smaller institution with 526 students in Zanesville, OH.

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Top Career Paths

Political scientists $139,380/yr

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Economics teachers, postsecondary $119,980/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 60/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Political Science and Government at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus?

At 60/100, Ohio University-Zanesville Campus's Political Science and Government program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Political Science and Government at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus?

The 50% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →