International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · University of Chicago · Chicago, IL

CIP 45.09

$66,182Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$83,492Median earnings 4 years after
$104,862Median earnings 5 years after
$37,867Median federal debt
75Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at University of Chicago earn a median of $66,182 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 $37,867, about 57% of first-year earnings.

International Relations and National Security Studies (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
DePaul University
Chicago
$47,427$40,198

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $66,182 one year after graduation and $104,862 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $37,867.

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