International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Marquette University · Milwaukee, WI

CIP 45.09

$43,290Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,180Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,750Median federal debt
30Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Marquette University earn a median of $43,290 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 $20,750, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Oshkosh
$36,726$24,250

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $43,290 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,750.

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