Overview

The International Studies course from the Augustana University explores regions and cultures outside the United States and the effects of globalization to prepare students for global leadership roles.

This major is perfect for those interested in working for the Peace Corps, U.S. intelligence agencies, international organizations, multinational corporations, non-governmental foundations or religious organizations with international programs.

Faculty from languages, literatures & cultures, government & international affairs, English, history, theatre, anthropology and religion anchor this program of study.

Career opportunities:

Graduates can secure careers as international relations specialists, foreign service officers, diplomats, directors of international communication/PR, humanitarian relief workers and international lawyers.

International Business: human resources specialist,real estate agent, agricultural economist, consultant The international studies major iso International Relations: diplomat, foreign affairs designed to be complementary toofficial, legislator, political advisor other majors, and can be earned only

Social Services: human resources provisioner, policy as a second major. The international developer, disaster/disease relief responder studies major stresses a core

Language Services/Education: teacher, tutor, background in aspects of world librarian, researcher cultures, foreign language, study

Communication: foreign news reporter, investigative away and a broader set of elective journalist, photographer, international broadcaster coursework.

Law: commercial arbitrator, trade & investment, pursue careers in the Foreign Service,refugee, humanitarian

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Studies

Living and Learning Abroad

Politics in a Diverse World

Western Civilization

French

German

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-06 00:00:00

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More details

Augustana has a rolling admission process. This means that from Sept. 1 through June 30, the university will evaluate the student's application file.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sioux Center, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Apply online using the Augustana online application form or using the Common Application.

All secondary and post-secondary transcripts and/or national exam scores.

One letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor.

A Personal Statement (250 words minimum) describing a significant challenge you have overcome.

College Preparation Test Scores and/or English Language Test Scores from one or more of the following tests: ACT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, PTE, IKEN, TEC CBT, ELS Language Center's.

Financial Statement showing sufficient resources to support yourself for one academic year.

Completed International Student Financial Ability Form.

A copy of the photo page of your passport.

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

41986 USD / year

≈ 41986 USD / year
Out-of-State

41986 USD / year

≈ 41986 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

41986 USD / year

≈ 41986 USD / year

Living costs

Sioux Center

United States

1188 - 1844 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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