International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Raleigh, NC

CIP 45.09

$51,555Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$70,333Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$33,450Median federal debt
21Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in International Relations and National Security Studies at North Carolina State University at Raleigh earn a median of $51,555 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 $33,450, about 65% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do International Relations and National Security Studies graduates from North Carolina State University at Raleigh make?

The median salary is $51,555 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $33,450.

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