Declaring the Major | Progressing in the Major
Description of the Major
International Affairs is an interdisciplinary program for students interested in all aspects of the global community. The major requires classes in political science, history, economics, language and culture. All majors take a capstone course that enables you to apply knowledge and skills gained through previous coursework to a major research project in an area of interest. You may choose to specialize in international relations or in a particular geographic area. Area specializations include Asia, Europe, Latin America, Middle East and Africa.
Departmental faculty includes specialists in international security, human rights, international law, comparative public policy, international political economy, and specific geographic areas. The major also draws on faculty from the departments of history, economics, sociology and anthropology, and foreign languages and literature. Graduates pursue careers in international non-profit organizations, government and politics, intelligence, law, and international business.
Degrees Offered
B.A.
Concentrations
Comparative Study
International Relations
Minors
None
Declaring the Major
New Freshmen and Transfer Students
Declare the international affairs major when you register for orientation.
Currently Enrolled Major Changers
Complete a "Change or Declaration of Major” form and obtain the signature of the political science department head in Miller Hall, room 2120.
Progressing in the Major
Remain in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
