Institute of World Politics
Washington, District of Columbia · Private, nonprofit
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical District of Columbia high-school graduate (about $40,140/yr). Another 2 programs did not have enough data to judge.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Relations and National Security Studies | Master's Degree | $97,002 | +$56,862 | clears the bar | $60,843 | 1.1 yrs |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.