International Relations and National Security Studies at Butler University
Ranked 10th of 75 bachelor's programs in International Relations and National Security Studies by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for International Relations and National Security Studies (bachelor's) graduates.
Graduates of Butler University's bachelor's program in International Relations and National Security Studies earn a median $37,132 one year after graduating, rising to $71,899 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 11% above the national median of $64,846 for this field, ranking 10th of 75 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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