International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Elon University · Elon, NC

CIP 45.09

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$68,262Median earnings 4 years after

$61,915Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

0Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Elon University earn a median of $41,649. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,596 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,031–$87,798).

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $41,649 and $61,915 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.