International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · University of Massachusetts-Lowell · Lowell, MA

CIP 45.09

$67,146Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$103,784Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$19,662Median federal debt
46Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at University of Massachusetts-Lowell earn a median of $67,146 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 $19,662, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Tufts University
Medford
$73,332$54,446
Northeastern University Professional Programs
Boston
$60,311—
Northeastern University
Boston
$60,311—
Boston University
Boston
$51,374$86,165

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Frequently asked questions

How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell make?

The median salary is $67,146 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,662.

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