International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Oakland University · Rochester Hills, MI

CIP 45.09

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$59,428Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Oakland University earn a median of $59,428. 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 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
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 Oakland University make?

The median salary is $59,428 and $59,428 after five years.

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