Where Elon University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all international/global studies bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
International/Global Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (12 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Elon UniversityElon | $44,536 | $27,640* | — | $24,162* | — |
 North Carolina State University at RaleighRaleigh | $8,895 | $45,648* | $44,769 | $22,500* | 0.49 |
 University of North Carolina at CharlotteCharlotte | $7,214 | $32,206* | $43,897 | $24,250* | 0.75 |
 Appalachian State UniversityBoone | $7,541 | $23,073* | $38,769 | $22,991* | 1.00 |
 University of North Carolina WilmingtonWilmington | $7,317 | $21,830* | $38,984 | $18,750* | 0.86 |
| National Median | — | $32,819* | — | $21,966* | 0.67 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international/global studies graduates
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 Elon University, approximately 9% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.