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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus offers the state's most affordable International Relations and National Security Studies program at just $15,266 net cost, nearly $10,000 less than the next cheapest option. This significant price advantage matters in New Jersey's competitive job market, where graduates can leverage proximity to major pharmaceutical companies like Johnson & Johnson and Merck, plus easy access to federal agencies in nearby Washington D.C. The College of New Jersey graduates earn $37,568 annually, demonstrating strong career outcomes despite the $25,458 net cost.
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Programs
$15,266 – $28,921
Net Price Range
$33,989
Avg. Program Earnings
73.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 International Relations and National Security Studies Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $15,266 $35,822 61.7% 84.1%
2 $23,519 $17,239 85.0% 66.3%
3 $25,287 $38,900 63.3% 84.1%
4 $25,458 $18,685 85.2% 64.4%
5 $25,644 $45,360 72.4% 72.7%
6 $28,921 $51,370 71.5% 75.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Fairleigh Dickinson University such an affordable option for International Relations studies?

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus charges just $15,266 net cost, making it the cheapest program in the state by a wide margin. The school maintains an 84% acceptance rate while keeping costs low through efficient operations and generous financial aid packages.

How do public universities compare to private schools for International Relations costs in New Jersey?

Rutgers University-New Brunswick offers the best public option at $23,519 net cost with an impressive 85% graduation rate. The College of New Jersey costs slightly more at $25,458 but produces graduates earning $37,568 annually, the highest reported salary in the state.

Where do International Relations graduates typically find employment in New Jersey?

New Jersey's location between New York City and Philadelphia creates opportunities in international business, government relations, and security consulting. Major pharmaceutical companies like Merck and Johnson & Johnson regularly hire International Relations graduates for their global operations and regulatory affairs divisions.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.