International Relations and National Security Studies

Bachelor's degree · Tufts University · Medford, MA

CIP 45.09

$54,079Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$77,998Median earnings 4 years after
$80,548Median earnings 5 years after
$16,250Median federal debt
153Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at Tufts University earn a median of $54,079 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,596 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,031–$87,798). Median debt is $16,250, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Boston University
Boston
$45,870$23,394
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley
$26,306$18,486

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $54,079 one year after graduation and $80,548 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,250.

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