International Relations and National Security Studies at Mercer University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
International Relations and National Security Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer University | $39,275* | — | $21,500* | — |
| Emory University | $45,022* | $61,472 | $19,500* | 0.43 |
| University of North Georgia | $43,564* | $52,281 | $20,500* | 0.47 |
| University of Georgia | $39,275* | $53,201 | $19,500* | 0.50 |
| Kennesaw State University | $34,343* | $47,459 | $23,000* | 0.67 |
| Georgia Southern University | $27,664* | $37,328 | $25,008* | 0.90 |
| National Median | $37,198* | — | $21,634* | 0.58 |
Other International Relations and National Security Studies Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Atlanta | $60,774 | $45,022 | $19,500 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $5,009 | $43,564 | $20,500 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $39,275 | $19,500 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $34,343 | $23,000 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $5,905 | $27,664 | $25,008 |
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 Mercer University, approximately 33% 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 5 similar programs in GA. Actual outcomes may vary.