International Studies, BA

USA

What will I learn?

Those enrolled in this major may have a variety of interests including public service careers that deal with international affairs, the legal profession--especially international law--teaching in high schools and universities, the military, FBI, CIA, graduate school, and political advocacy. Beyond the college requirements, coursework for this major typically includes anthropology, economics, geography, history, languages, political science, and religious studies.

Special Opportunities

Students are encouraged to study abroad while fulfilling the requirements of the international studies program. For more information, contact the Capstone International Center.

Career Opportunities

This degree can lead to opportunities with investigative, intelligence, and diplomatic agencies. Some graduates go on to law or graduate school or international business.

Types of Jobs Accepted: Graduate school, military, business

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$31,460.00 (26,54,404) per year
Books - 800
Start date

May 2025

Venue

Tuscaloosa Campus

Tuscaloosa,

Tuscaloosa,

Alabama,

35487, South, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$31,460.00 (26,54,404) per year
Books - 800
Start date

August 2025

Venue

Tuscaloosa Campus

Tuscaloosa,

Tuscaloosa,

Alabama,

35487, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students graduating from US high schools must meet high school GPA, performance in core subjects, academic honours, and standardized test scores. Students graduating from Schools Outside the US: GPA will be calculated on all coursework, not just core subjects. UA considers applicants with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for admission. International applicants must submit an official qualifying English Proficiency score for one of the following: TOEFL iBT score of 79 and above; TOEFL paper-based score of 550 and above; TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5 and above; IELTS score of 6.0 or above; Pearson’s Test of English score of 54 or above; Duolingo English Test score: 51 or above (test dates before July 15, 2019); 110 or above (test dates after July 15, 2019). Application Priority Deadlines: Fall Semester: January 15; Spring Semester: November 1; Summer Semester: January 15.

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

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