International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Emory University · Atlanta, GA

CIP 45.09

$45,022Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$78,029Median earnings 4 years after
$80,251Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
33Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Emory University earn a median of $45,022 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,596 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,031–$87,798). Median debt is $19,500, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

International Relations and National Security Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega
$43,564$20,500
University of Georgia
Athens
$39,275$18,761
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw
$34,343$21,500
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro
$27,664$25,082

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Frequently asked questions

How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from Emory University make?

The median salary is $45,022 one year after graduation and $80,251 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.