by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how WKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in international relations.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #151 on College Factual's Best Schools for international relations list. It is also ranked #2 in Kentucky.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best International Relations & National Security Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 124 |
| Best International Relations & National Security Schools | 151 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in international relations & national security. This is an increase of 7% over the previous year when 14 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at WKU was $1,125 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $477 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,436 | $27,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,043 | $12,043 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,409 | $2,409 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 53% of international relations bachelor's degrees went to men and 47% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
WKU 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 WKU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international relations majors at Western Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 51 |
| Geography & Cartography | 42 |
| Political Science & Government | 41 |
| Sociology | 40 |
| Anthropology | 13 |
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