International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · Georgetown University · Washington, DC

CIP 45.09

$88,199Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$118,569Median earnings 4 years after
$119,853Median earnings 5 years after
$74,360Median federal debt
349Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Georgetown University earn a median of $88,199 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $95,627 four years after graduating (middle half: $68,941–$122,748). Median debt is $74,360, about 84% of first-year earnings.

International Relations and National Security Studies (Master's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Institute of World Politics
Washington
$77,008$60,843
George Washington University
Washington
$70,707$56,634
American University
Washington
$69,872$61,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from Georgetown University make?

The median salary is $88,199 one year after graduation and $119,853 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $74,360.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.