International Relations and National Security Studies at University of Richmond
Ranked 6th 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 University of Richmond's bachelor's program in International Relations and National Security Studies earn a median $50,791 one year after graduating, rising to $104,142 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 15% above the national median of $64,846 for this field, ranking 6th 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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