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 Mt. Holyoke ranks among other schools offering degrees in international relations.
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The bachelor's program at Mt. Holyoke was ranked #81 on College Factual's Best Schools for international relations list. It is also ranked #7 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best International Relations & National Security Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 70 |
| Best International Relations & National Security Schools | 81 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Mount Holyoke College handed out 28 bachelor's degrees in international relations & national security. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
International Relations majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Mt. Holyoke go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $26,306 a year. This is less than $37,507, which is the national median of all international relations majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
Part-time undergraduates at Mt. Holyoke paid an average of $1,997 per credit hour in 2022-2023. This tuition was the same 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 | $63,904 | $63,904 |
| Fees | $238 | $238 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $18,838 | $18,838 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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All of the 28 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in international relations from Mt. Holyoke in 2022 were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Mount Holyoke College with a bachelor's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 14 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Mt. Holyoke 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 Mt. Holyoke Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international relations majors at Mount Holyoke College.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 53 |
| Economics | 50 |
| Sociology | 36 |
| Anthropology | 18 |
| Geography & Cartography | 8 |
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