International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Grand Valley State University · Allendale, MI

CIP 45.09

$28,202Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,802Median earnings 4 years after
$39,625Median earnings 5 years after
$18,535Median federal debt
21Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Grand Valley State University earn a median of $28,202 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 $18,535, about 66% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Michigan State University
East Lansing
$38,810$23,750
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant
$35,802$26,750

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Frequently asked questions

How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from Grand Valley State University make?

The median salary is $28,202 one year after graduation and $39,625 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,535.

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