Qualified students can apply for admission to the linked B.A./M.A graduate degree program in international studies. The program allows exceptional students majoring in International Studies to count up to 12 credit hours of International Studies courses toward both an undergraduate and graduate degree. Students must earn a minimum of 150 credit hours (120 discrete credits for the undergraduate degree and 30 discrete credits for the graduate degree).
Program Highlights
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Students may enroll in approved graduate classes while completing the BA degree.
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Students may potentially complete both BA and MA within five years.
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The graduate program is the only such in the United States that is NATO accredited.
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Students have the opportunity to attend and present at the annual International Studies conference at ¹ÏÉñÍø.
Careers
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Political Scientists
Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
Broadcast News Analysts
Analyze, interpret, and broadcast news received from various sources.
Alumni Careers
Requirements
Applicants must be a declared major in the B.A. program in international studies (BAIS). Other requirements include:
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A minimum of 60 hours completed, including at least six hours of 300/400 courses in the major.
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A minimum GPA of 3.5 at the time of application.
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Application to the linked B.A./M.A. program in international studies, approved by both the B.A. and M.A. directors.
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Take the GRE during the last semester of BAIS work with an expected minimum score of 1100 (verbal and quantitative totals).
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Complete an application form for ¹ÏÉñÍø graduate admission. Students specializing in a region (e.g. Asia, Europe, Middle East, etc.) are encouraged to complete a minor at the undergraduate level.
Transfer
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Cost
Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Ways to Save
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