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, and more. Also, learn how UChicago ranks among other schools offering degrees in international relations.
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UChicago is in the top 10% of the country for international relations. More specifically it was ranked #15 out of 163 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Illinois.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Chicago handed out 13 bachelor's degrees in international relations & national security. This is a decrease of 41% over the previous year when 22 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 48 students received their master’s degree in international relations from UChicago. This makes it the #23 most popular school for international relations master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at UChicago paid an average of $2,127 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $63,801 | $63,801 |
| Fees | $1,818 | $1,818 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $19,221 | $19,221 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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The international relations program at UChicago awarded 13 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 38% of these degrees went to men with the other 62% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Chicago with a bachelor's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
UChicago 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 UChicago Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's international relations program at UChicago make a median salary of $66,182. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $66,511.
For the most recent academic year available, 51% of international relations master's degrees went to men and 49% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Chicago with a master's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 9 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 29 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international relations majors at University of Chicago.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 777 |
| General Social Sciences | 227 |
| Political Science & Government | 131 |
| Sociology | 67 |
| Anthropology | 56 |
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