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Best Colleges for Masters Degree
in International Relations and National Security Studies

298 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

298 Colleges
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Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 10.9%
Annual cost
$82,694/yr
Grad earnings
$83,238
SAT avg
1,473
ACT mid
33
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $85
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Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 10.9%
Annual cost
$82,694/yr
Grad earnings
$83,238
SAT avg
1,473
ACT mid
33
Apply by Jan 6 Decision Feb 15 Fee $85
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Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 10.9%
Annual cost
$82,694/yr
Grad earnings
$83,238
SAT avg
1,473
ACT mid
33
Apply by Jan 6 Decision Mar 31 Fee $85
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Tufts University
Medford, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 10.1%
Annual cost
$84,600/yr
Grad earnings
$83,214
SAT avg
1,513
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15
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Tufts University
Medford, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 10.1%
Annual cost
$84,600/yr
Grad earnings
$83,214
SAT avg
1,513
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 6 Decision Apr 1
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Tufts University
Medford, Massachusetts
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 10.1%
Annual cost
$84,600/yr
Grad earnings
$83,214
SAT avg
1,513
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 6 Decision Feb 15
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New York University
New York, New York
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 9.4%
Annual cost
$79,121/yr
Grad earnings
$82,509
SAT avg
1,527
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $80
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New York University
New York, New York
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 9.4%
Annual cost
$79,121/yr
Grad earnings
$82,509
SAT avg
1,527
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Apr 1 Fee $80
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New York University
New York, New York
🏒 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 9.4%
Annual cost
$79,121/yr
Grad earnings
$82,509
SAT avg
1,527
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Feb 15 Fee $80
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Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 87.4%
Annual cost
$63,233/yr
Grad earnings
$78,257
SAT avg
1,306
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Feb 15
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Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 87.4%
Annual cost
$63,233/yr
Grad earnings
$78,257
SAT avg
1,306
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Mar 15
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Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 87.4%
Annual cost
$63,233/yr
Grad earnings
$78,257
SAT avg
1,306
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15
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Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 87.4%
Annual cost
$63,233/yr
Grad earnings
$78,257
SAT avg
1,306
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Jan 15
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American University
Washington, District of Columbia
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 47.4%
Annual cost
$71,549/yr
Grad earnings
$77,370
SAT avg
1,392
ACT mid
31
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Jan 31 Fee $75
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Masters Degree in International Relations and National Security Studies in USA?
298 colleges and universities currently offer Masters Degree programs in International Relations and National Security Studies in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for International Relations and National Security Studies in USA?
University of California-San Diego leads with median graduate earnings of $84,943 ten years after enrollment for Masters Degree graduates.
Which International Relations and National Security Studies colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for International Relations and National Security Studies programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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