International Relations and National Security Studies at Eckerd College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Eckerd College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Eckerd College graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all international relations and national security studies bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
International Relations and National Security Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eckerd College | $26,526 | — | — | — |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach | $46,868 | $56,612 | $22,901 | 0.49 |
| Florida International University | $33,417 | $48,094 | $18,637 | 0.56 |
| Florida State University | $32,098 | $52,157 | $17,767 | 0.55 |
| University of Miami | $31,813 | $56,480 | $17,250 | 0.54 |
| University of South Florida | $30,977 | $43,832 | $18,250 | 0.59 |
| National Median | $37,198 | — | $21,634 | 0.58 |
Other International Relations and National Security Studies Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach | $42,304 | $46,868 | $22,901 |
| Florida International University Miami | $6,565 | $33,417 | $18,637 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $5,656 | $32,098 | $17,767 |
| University of Miami Coral Gables | $59,926 | $31,813 | $17,250 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $6,410 | $30,977 | $18,250 |
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 Eckerd College, approximately 16% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.