GraduateSmart
GraduateSmart
$98K/yr
Average Salary
4 years
Years of Education
+3%
Job Growth
Many
Total Jobs
Represent the United States abroad, negotiate treaties, assist American citizens overseas, and advance foreign policy goals. One of the most prestigious and globally impactful careers.
$55K
Starting
$98K
Average
$140K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Bachelor's Degree in International Relations
Typically 4 years
Start your career
Entry-level positions and internships
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Field
Law & Criminal Justice
Required Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Time in School
4 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+3%
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Create free account →Federal labor-market data for Diplomat / Foreign Service Officer
Pay range
$55K–$140K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+3%
projection unavailable
Number of jobs
—
unavailable
Slower than average
Below-average demand growth expected
Typical duties
Detailed duties for this role are not currently tracked by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. See methodology notes below.
BLS does not maintain a SOC for Diplomats/FSOs. Compensated on FS pay scale (FS-1 through FS-9). Keep DB salary if FSO grade-based.