International Relations and National Security Studies

Master's degree · Northeastern University Professional Programs · Boston, MA

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$60,311Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median 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 Northeastern University Professional Programs earn a median of $60,311 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).

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
University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Lowell
$67,146$19,662
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 Northeastern University Professional Programs make?

The median salary is $60,311 one year after graduation.

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