Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
This major is designed for students planning to work in foreign service or international business. It can also be the basis for graduate work in international studies.
Students must take a modern foreign language through the intermediate level to qualify for the international studies major.
The actual requirements for the major include 15 semester hours of required courses and 21 semester hours of electives that are separated into six different options to meet the interests and career plans of each student.
There are options for students interested in business and social science. If you want to focus on a specific region of the world, there are African, Asian, European and Latin American options. Students in those options should take foreign language courses that correspond to the region.
For a listing of the required courses and elective options, click here.
Students who desire a more flexible curriculum can work out 21 semester hours of electives with the coordinator of international studies. All students are encouraged to consider studying abroad.