International Relations and National Security Studies at Bowling Green State University
Ranked 74th 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 Bowling Green State University's bachelor's program in International Relations and National Security Studies earn a median $31,275 one year after graduating, rising to $60,738 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 35% below the national median of $64,846 for this field, ranking 74th 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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