Emory University — Atlanta, GA

International Relations and National Security Studies

at Emory University · Atlanta, GA

Strong Value

Solid pick

The Bottom Line

↑Grads earn about $45,984/yr starting out — that's 53% more than skipping college
⏱Takes about 6.4 years to earn back what you spent
$Students on financial aid pay about $23,911/yr after grants & scholarships (varies by family income) — $102,294 total with loan interest

Listed Price

$78,814/yr

Starting Salary

$45,984

Finish Rate

91.8%

$78,814/yr

Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid

Students on financial aid pay $23,911/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $54,903/yr)

4 Years Total

$315,256

Typical Debt

$18,250

Interest You'd Owe

+$6,650

What You'd Really Pay

$102,294

That's about $208/month for 10 years after you graduate

You'd earn (with degree)$459,840

Without college$300,000

Total cost of degree$102,294

Pays for Itself In

6.4 yrs

Salary Boost

+53%

Ahead After 10 Years

$357,546

How We Scored This

Salary vs. Cost38/40

Do you earn enough to justify the price?

Payoff Speed18.9/25

How fast do you earn back what you spent?

Salary Boost7.1/20

How much more than skipping college?

Graduation Rate13.8/15

Will you actually finish?

Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.

Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.