by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Boston U ranks among other schools offering degrees in international relations.
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Boston U is in the top 10% of the country for international relations. More specifically it was ranked #14 out of 163 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #3 in Massachusetts.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Boston University handed out 233 bachelor's degrees in international relations & national security. This is a decrease of 2% over the previous year when 237 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 41 students received their master’s degree in international relations from Boston U. This makes it the #29 most popular school for international relations master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of international relations students who receive their bachelor's degree at Boston U is $45,870. This is higher than $37,507, which is the national median for all international relations bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Boston U, international relations students borrow a median amount of $81,261 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $47,866 for all international relations majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the international relations program at Boston U is $772 per month.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Boston U was $1,994 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $63,798 | $63,798 |
| Fees | $1,370 | $1,370 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $18,110 | $18,110 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,085 | $2,085 |
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Of the 233 international relations students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2021-2022 from Boston U, about 34% were men and 66% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Boston University with a bachelor's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 28 |
| Black or African American | 10 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 |
| White | 99 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 37 |
| Other Races | 20 |
Boston U does not offer an online option for its international relations bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Boston U Online Learning page.
International Relations majors graduating with a master's degree from Boston U make a median salary of $51,374 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $66,511.
Of the 46 international relations students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from Boston U, about 43% were men and 57% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Boston University with a master's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 14 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international relations majors at Boston University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 468 |
| Political Science & Government | 169 |
| Other Social Sciences | 103 |
| Sociology | 43 |
| Anthropology | 33 |
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