MIA International Affairs at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The School of International Affairs (SIA) is designed to prepare students for occupations involving public service, private enterprise, nonprofit organizations, and international organizations worldwide. The Master of International Affairs (M.I.A.) degree program will provide students with a substantial knowledge base in international systems, institutions, issues and history and the advanced analytical tools and cross-cultural skills and competencies necessary for these occupations.

Faculty: The Graduate School | Duration: 42 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

A minimum of 42 credits at the 400, 500 or 800 level will be required for completion of the program, at least 18 of which must be from courses at the 500 and 800 level. Courses include International Economics: Principles, Policies, and Practices, Actors, Institutions, and Legal Frameworks in International Affairs, Foundations of Diplomacy and International Relations Theory, Multi-sector and Quantitative Analysis, Global Cultures and Leadership.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . All applicants will submit two letters of recommendation, a current resume or CV, and a statement of purpose. Applicants must submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended . The language of instruction at Penn State is English. English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for international applicants. See GCAC-305 Admission Requirements for International Students for more information. Applicants with a minimum TOEFL total score of 80 with a score of 19 or higher on the speaking section of the TOEFL Internet-based test will be considered for admission, though a score of 23 or higher is desirable.

Duration: 42 credits

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.psu.edu/graduate-admissions/how-to-apply/

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