Earnings Distribution
How Tufts University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufts University | $73,332 | $88,347 | +20% |
| Georgetown University | $88,199 | $108,290 | +23% |
| Johns Hopkins University | $76,550 | $98,597 | +29% |
| George Washington University | $70,707 | $91,907 | +30% |
| Boston University | $51,374 | $68,967 | +34% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
International Relations and National Security Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (9 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tufts UniversityMedford | $67,844 | $73,332 | $88,347 | — | — |
 University of Massachusetts-LowellLowell | $16,570 | $67,146 | — | — | — |
 Northeastern UniversityBoston | $63,141 | $60,311 | — | — | — |
| Northeastern University Professional ProgramsBoston | — | $60,311 | — | — | — |
 Boston UniversityBoston | $65,168 | $51,374 | $68,967 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $66,510 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international relations and national security studies graduates
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 Tufts University, approximately 12% 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.