International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · The New School · New York, NY

CIP 45.09

$47,855Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$70,655Median earnings 4 years after
$72,561Median earnings 5 years after
$48,671Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at The New School earn a median of $47,855 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 $48,671, about 102% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Columbia University in the City of New York
New York
$80,448$80,500
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
New York
$67,588—
Fordham University
Bronx
$60,709—
Syracuse University
Syracuse
$60,384$41,744
New York University
New York
$59,814$102,482

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Frequently asked questions

How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from The New School make?

The median salary is $47,855 one year after graduation and $72,561 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $48,671.

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