Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in International Studies: Fees & Entry Requirements at Old Dominion University, USA

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in International Studies

USA

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What will I learn?

Old Dominion University offers a Doctor of Philosophy in International Studies degree. The Ph.D. in International Studies is a highly customizable and interdisciplinary degree. The Graduate Program in International Studies (GPIS) offers advanced research opportunities and training in global problems and transnational issues. Students may choose two of several concentrations to focus their studies: Comparative Cultural and Political Studies, Conflict and Cooperation, International Political Economy & Development, Modeling & Simulation, Strategic Leadership or U.S. Foreign Policy & International Relations.

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Letters

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$21,352.00 (18,01,552) per year
Dominion House Deluxe Single 11,027 (Annual Cost)
Application deadline

01/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Old Dominion University - Norfolk Campus

5115 Hampton Boulevard,

NORFOLK,

Virginia,

23529, South, United States

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$21,352.00 (18,01,552) per year
Dominion House Deluxe Single 11,027 (Annual Cost)
Application deadline

Expected April 2027

Start date

August 2026

Venue

Old Dominion University - Norfolk Campus

5115 Hampton Boulevard,

NORFOLK,

Virginia,

23529, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

All candidates for admission into the Ph.D. must submit:Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (may be waived on a case-by-case basis for PhD applicants depending on prior qualifications at the masters level).Official transcripts of all undergraduate or prior graduate course work submitted directly by all universities attended.An essay of not more than 500 words describing interest in and capacity for advanced training in global/transnational issues.One example of writing or research (a paper submitted to a seminar, a publication or report, or another comparable example).Three letters of recommendation addressing the candidate's capacity to undertake graduate work on international global issues.Any prior graduate course work taken at Old Dominion University (e.g., in non-degree status) or at another institution can be counted toward the Ph.D. degree only in accordance with the provisions governing transfer of credit and the directors approval.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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