Compare 5 International/Globalization Studies. programs in North Carolina. Average earnings: $39,221.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, International/Globalization Studies tells a different story. Across 5 programs, earnings range from $29,685 to $44,769—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
North Carolina State University At Raleigh's International/Globalization Studies program leads with graduates earning $44,769, well above the $39,221 state average. University of North Carolina at Charlotte follows closely at $43,897, proving that multiple NC State schools deliver strong outcomes regardless of overall institutional prestige.
For students, North Carolina State achieves a 12.4% payment burden with $20,121 in debt, landing in the 'Manageable' category. However, when parent loans are included, UNC Charlotte edges ahead for families with a 28.5% total burden compared to NC State's 28.8%—showing the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $44,769
Strong outcomes with 80% acceptance
12.4% payment burden | Manageable
28.5% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $44,769 | 76 | $20,121 | Manageable | $23,000 | High | |
| #2 | $43,897 | 49 | $21,500 | Manageable | $19,809 | High | |
| #3 | $38,984 | 52 | $19,500 | Manageable | $22,737 | High | |
| #4 | $38,769 | 20 | $20,231 | Manageable | $21,919 | High | |
| #5 | $29,685 | 20 | $21,868 | High | $18,241 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
