International Relations and National Security Studies at University of West Florida
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Florida | $31,813* | $47,854 | $14,799 | — |
| 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 University of West Florida, 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 7 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.