Overview

International Relations does not absolutely require any specific preparation, but pre-collegiate students interested in the study of international relations should take as much college preparatory work in social sciences as is available to them, including economics, history, government, and geography. At least one foreign language is desirable, though there is no specific requirement.

In recent years International Relations majors at Lehigh University have numbered between 45 and 50 per academic class. They come from all over the world (though a majority are U.S. citizens) and display a wide range of interests. Many add a minor or even a second major in subjects as diverse as economics, religion, Asian studies, or language programs. Another 10 or 15 students per year minor in International Relations. Class sizes range from 40 or more in our beginning courses to as small as 10 or fewer in our advanced research seminars.

Career Planning

We are often asked about the employment prospects of student who major in International Relations. We take their questions regarding career planning very seriously.

While a degree in International Relations does not lead to a specific career in the way that accounting or engineering does, a major in International Relations, by emphasizing clarity in speech and writing, analytical skills and a detailed knowledge of world politics prepares students for careers in government, journalism, law, non-governmental organizations, international business, and teaching and research. Recent IR graduates currently work in all of these fields. Some have gone directly into careers upon graduating; others have enrolled in graduate school prior to employment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

World Politics

Economics

Theories of International Relations

International Political Economy

Globalizaion and World Politics

International Political Economy

International Organization

International Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bethlehem, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Common Application or Coalition Application with Lehigh Questions and Writing Supplement

Recommendations and Reports

School Report (including counselor recommendation) and Official High School Transcript

Teacher Recommendation (one)

Mid-year School Report and Transcript

Final School Report and Transcript$70 Application Fee

Official SAT or ACT scores - Optional

English Proficiency Requirement

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

66810 USD / year

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Out-of-State

66810 USD / year

≈ 66810 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

66810 USD / year

≈ 66810 USD / year

Living costs

Bethlehem

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Duration

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