International Relations and National Security Studies
Bachelor's degree · Colgate University · Hamilton, NY
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$77,199Median earnings 4 years after
$86,420Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
44Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Colgate University earn a median of $67,401. 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 New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fordham University Bronx | $46,653 | $24,759 |
| Hamilton College Clinton | $45,332 | $19,000 |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $43,249 | $26,068 |
| Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva | $40,648 | $26,000 |
| SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo | $36,754 | $17,500 |
| Vassar College Poughkeepsie | $31,956 | $20,232 |
| SUNY Oneonta Oneonta | $31,455 | $14,250 |
| CUNY City College New York | $30,627 | $14,060 |
| State University of New York at Oswego Oswego | $24,893 | $23,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from Colgate University make?
The median salary is $67,401 and $86,420 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.