International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Western Kentucky University · Bowling Green, KY

CIP 45.09

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$64,710Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

11Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Western Kentucky University earn a median of $64,710. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,596 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,031–$87,798).

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

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights	$21,915	—

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $64,710.

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