International Policy Analysis
A program that focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues related to relationships among nations and among governments and non-governmental entities. Includes instruction in international politics, governance, financial policy, and security affairs; globalization; economic and social policies of developing nations; and applications to specific public policy topics such as labor and employment, immigration, and human rights.
- Schools offering
- 12
- Annual completions
- 48
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $74k
About this major
A program that focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues related to relationships among nations and among governments and non-governmental entities. Includes instruction in international politics, governance, financial policy, and security affairs; globalization; economic and social policies of developing nations; and applications to specific public policy topics such as labor and employment, immigration, and human rights.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social science research assistants | $58k | +4.4% | Bachelor's degree |
| Political science teachers, postsecondary | $95k | +2.0% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Political scientists | $139k | -3.1% | Master's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$74k
Top colleges for International Policy Analysis
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | Richardson, TX | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| University of Connecticut | Storrs, CT | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| Missouri Southern State University | Joplin, MO | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| Duquesne University | Pittsburgh, PA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Barnard College | New York, NY | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mercer University | Macon, GA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | College Park, MD | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | Los Angeles, CA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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