International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI

CIP 45.09

$38,810Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$74,709Median earnings 4 years after
$75,882Median earnings 5 years after
$23,750Median federal debt
110Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Michigan State University earn a median of $38,810 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 $23,750, about 61% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant
$35,802$26,750
Grand Valley State University
Allendale
$28,202$18,535

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $38,810 one year after graduation and $75,882 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,750.

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