by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how NYU ranks among other schools offering degrees in international relations.
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NYU was ranked #25 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for international relations majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #4 in New York.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, New York University handed out 89 bachelor's degrees in international relations & national security. This is an increase of 82% over the previous year when 49 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 133 students received their master’s degree in international relations from NYU. This makes it the #8 most popular school for international relations master’s degree candidates in the country.
Part-time undergraduates at NYU paid an average of $1,844 per credit hour in 2022-2023. This tuition was the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,438 | $60,438 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,494 | $1,494 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $22,786 | $22,786 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,034 | $3,034 |
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Of the 89 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in international relations from NYU in 2022, 36% were men and 64% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from New York University with a bachelor's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 12 |
| Black or African American | 11 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 22 |
| Other Races | 3 |
NYU does not offer an online option for its international relations bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the NYU Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's international relations program at NYU make a median salary of $59,814. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $66,511.
Of the 104 students who earned a master's degree in International Relations & National Security from NYU in 2021-2022, 26% were men and 74% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from New York University with a master's in international relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 12 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15 |
| White | 32 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 26 |
| Other Races | 10 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international relations majors at New York University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 602 |
| Political Science & Government | 248 |
| Sociology | 89 |
| Other Social Sciences | 88 |
| General Social Sciences | 63 |
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