International Relations and National Security Studies at Troy University

Master's Degree

Location: Troy, AL•In-State Tuition: $9,792•Out-of-State Tuition: $19,584•Admission Rate: 93%•Avg SAT: 1086
Median Earnings (1yr)
$79,581
95th percentile
Sample Size
34
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Troy University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Troy University graduates earn $80k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all international relations and national security studies masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama

International Relations and National Security Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Alabama

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Troy University$79,581———
National Median$66,510———

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Troy University, approximately 42% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.