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About the minor

Students pursuing a minor in International Studies must complete at least 18 semester credits across three main focus areas. In addition, students will;

  • complete two core courses plus courses in geographic regional studies and a topical module;
  • demonstrate proficiency in a language relevant to the selected geographic region;
  • participate in a required study, service or work abroad.

The minor must include a minimum of 9 credits not used to meet any other department, college, or university requirement.

You can choose your own courses to complete your minor around a combination of a designated topical module and a geographic region. View specific requirements by expanding the areas below.

Each student must complete two required core courses:

  • INTST 235 “Introduction to International Studies” (3 cr.)
  • INTST 430 “Seminar in International Studies” (3 cr.)

Students must complete 9 credits of coursework (at least 6 credits at the 300+ level) from one of the following topics:

  • Global Environmental Issues
  • Globalization and Economic Development
  • International Issues in Science and Technology
  • International Communication
  • International Conflict
  • Social and Cultural Change

Students must complete 9 credits of coursework (at least 6 credits at the 300+ level) from one of the following regions:

  • Africa & Middle East
  • Asia
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Russia, East Europe & Central Asia

Additional requirements

World language proficiency

Students must complete or have language proficiency equivalent to two years of college-level study of a world language that is relevant to the selected geographic region.

Study, service or work abroad

A minimum of three weeks of international experience (study, service, or internship) is required. Students must earn a minimum of 3 credits for their international experience. Up to 9 credits of coursework taken abroad can be applied to the minor with the approval of the International Studies program director.

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