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. We've also included details on how Cleveland State University ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in international relations.
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The bachelor's program at Cleveland State University was ranked #132 on College Factual's Best Schools for international relations list. It is also ranked #5 in Ohio.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best International Relations & National Security Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 109 |
| Best International Relations & National Security Schools | 132 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Cleveland State University handed out 12 bachelor's degrees in international relations & national security. This is a decrease of 33% over the previous year when 18 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 7 students received their master’s degree in international relations from Cleveland State University. This makes it the #72 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 Cleveland State University is $31,434. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $37,507 for all international relations students.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at Cleveland State University paid an average of $744 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $521 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,503 | $17,863 |
| Fees | $110 | $110 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,760 | $14,760 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,770 | $3,770 |
Learn more about Cleveland State University tuition and fees.
The international relations program at Cleveland State University awarded 12 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 25% of these degrees went to men with the other 75% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cleveland State University with a bachelor's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Online degrees for the Cleveland State University international relations bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Cleveland State University Online Learning page.
Of the 9 international relations students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from Cleveland State University, about 44% were men and 56% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at Cleveland State University are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cleveland State University with a master's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international relations majors at Cleveland State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Urban Studies | 47 |
| Political Science & Government | 41 |
| Sociology | 30 |
| Economics | 13 |
| Anthropology | 7 |
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