Name: Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (CIP 30.51): international graduates and related occupations
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International graduates, 2024–25

3 bachelor's

12 months

OPT after graduation

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Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

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Political ScientistsSOC 19-3094 · Usually needs more education400 openings a year · 98 LCA filings400−2%$142,08098

EconomistsSOC 19-3011 · Usually needs more education1,100 openings a year · 821 LCA filings1,100+4.7%$124,720821

College teaching in this field: Economics Teachers, Postsecondary · Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary · Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary · usually requires a doctorate

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