Professor of Political Science

Code: 25-1065.00

Also known as: Adjunct Professor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Faculty Member, Government Professor, Instructor, Political Science Instructor, Political Science Professor, Professor, Public Administration Professor

Description: Political Science Professors facilitate courses that deal with the origin, development and operation of foreign and domestic political systems. Most Political Science Professors have a doctoral degree. Depending on the level of study, some Political Science Professors are only required to have a Master's degree.

Professor of Political Science

Typical wages


10% $43,460
25% $62,020
Median $85,760
75% $122,000
90% $179,450

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
19,800
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
20,800
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,600