International Relations and National Security Studies at Dickinson College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
International Relations and National Security Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson College | — | $72,214 | $19,000 | — |
| Bucknell University | $77,312 | $68,553 | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $65,559 | $81,134 | $10,470 | 0.16 |
| Lafayette College | $58,433 | $64,575 | $16,620 | 0.28 |
| Duquesne University | $39,630 | $56,192 | $26,113 | 0.66 |
| Lehigh University | $36,147 | $74,038 | $21,250 | 0.59 |
| National Median | $37,198 | — | $21,634 | 0.58 |
Other International Relations and National Security Studies Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University Lewisburg | $64,772 | $77,312 | — |
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $65,559 | $10,470 |
| Lafayette College Easton | $62,574 | $58,433 | $16,620 |
| Duquesne University Pittsburgh | $47,146 | $39,630 | $26,113 |
| Lehigh University Bethlehem | $62,180 | $36,147 | $21,250 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Dickinson College, approximately 14% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.