International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · New York University · New York, NY

CIP 45.09

$59,814Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$93,034Median earnings 4 years after
$86,077Median earnings 5 years after
$102,482Median federal debt
187Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at New York University earn a median of $59,814 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 $102,482, about 171% 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
The New School
New York
$47,855$48,671

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $59,814 one year after graduation and $86,077 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $102,482.

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