Dec 30, 2024  
Undergraduate College Catalog 2024-2025 
    
Undergraduate College Catalog 2024-2025

International Relations Major


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Major requirements


The major in International Relations consists of 48 credits, plus competency at the intermediate level in a modern foreign language.  International Relations majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad.  Students who plan to do graduate work in International Relations should develop substantial proficiency in a foreign language.

Area concentrations


Each major must choose five courses from at least two departments, including one 300-level course, in one of the following Concentrations:

Foreign language


Please note that majors must complete four credits at the intermediate level in a modern foreign language OR demonstrate intermediate proficiency via a placement exam or other means approved by the International Relations Coordinator.

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