International Relations and National Security Studies at Saint Mary's College of California
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
International Relations and National Security Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's College of California | $36,669* | — | — | — |
| Stanford University | $76,166* | $96,952 | — | — |
| Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey | $68,344* | $84,567 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $52,262* | $73,645 | $13,765 | 0.26 |
| University of San Diego | $50,948* | $56,779 | $24,100 | 0.47 |
| California State University Maritime Academy | $42,924* | — | $26,000 | 0.61 |
| National Median | $37,198* | — | $21,634 | 0.58 |
Other International Relations and National Security Studies Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $76,166 | — |
| Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey Monterey | — | $68,344 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $52,262 | $13,765 |
| University of San Diego San Diego | $56,444 | $50,948 | $24,100 |
| California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo | $7,672 | $42,924 | $26,000 |
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 Saint Mary's College of California, approximately 24% 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 13 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.