Compare 8 Political Economy. programs in Missouri. Average earnings: $47,775.
Political Economy programs produce graduates earning between $36,724 and $57,664—a $21K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 8 ranked programs in Missouri, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Missouri-Columbia's Political Economy program leads with graduates earning $57,664, serving 149 students. Close behind, University of Missouri-Kansas City produces graduates earning $56,070 with a smaller cohort of 39. The state average sits at $47,775, showing how top Missouri programs exceed typical outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates borrow $18,750 and face just a 7.7% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it the clear value leader.
Highest program earnings: $57,664
Strong outcomes with 77% acceptance
7.7% payment burden | Excellent
16.4% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $57,664 | 149 | $20,500 | Good | $32,529 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $56,070 | 39 | $18,750 | Excellent | $18,462 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $50,232 | 31 | $21,992 | Good | $15,092 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $49,792 | 14 | $21,500 | Good | $15,803 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Saint Louis UniversityPrivate | $49,397 | 37 | $25,000 | Manageable | $34,177 | High |
| #6 | $42,504 | 24 | $20,000 | Manageable | $15,027 | High | |
| #7 | Truman State UniversityPublic | $39,813 | 32 | $21,000 | Manageable | $14,503 | High |
| #8 | $36,724 | 34 | $21,000 | Challenging | $14,000 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
