SIT Graduate Institute
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Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings by Major at SIT Graduate Institute
Median pay of master's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainability Studies | $61,183 | $65,764 | -14% | #12 of 13 | #11 | $53,851 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | — | $64,561 | -32% | #40 of 40 | #39 | — |
| International and Comparative Education | $49,200 | $57,017 | -18% | #5 of 5 | #5 | $38,654 |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution | — | $54,378 | -23% | #14 of 14 | #12 | — |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language | — | $48,152 | -27% | #49 of 52 | #49 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,796 | $18,796 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from SIT Graduate Institute's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is SIT Graduate Institute a good school?
- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology