International Relations and National Security Studies at Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
Ranked 15th 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 Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University's bachelor's program in International Relations and National Security Studies earn a median $44,687 one year after graduating, rising to $92,508 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 4% above the national median of $64,846 for this field, ranking 15th 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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