International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Baylor University · Waco, TX

CIP 45.09

$37,507Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,484Median earnings 4 years after
$57,316Median earnings 5 years after
$22,409Median federal debt
37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Baylor University earn a median of $37,507 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 $22,409, about 60% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Angelo State University
San Angelo
$53,246—
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio
$25,879$21,522
Texas State University
San Marcos
$20,547$17,750

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $37,507 one year after graduation and $57,316 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,409.

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