Overview

Global Studies at Rhode Island College is an interdisciplinary major that encompasses anthropology, economics, English, geography, history, international nongovernmental organizations, mathematics, modern languages, political science and sociology.

Program Outcomes

an appreciation and respect for the languages, arts, religions, philosophies and cultures of the various nations and traditions of our global community

an understanding of the differences and ambiguities of the political, social, economic and historical configurations of our global community

knowledge about important contemporary global issues, such as historical processes and trends; economic and political interdependency among nations, cultural, environmental and geographic trends and interactions; global institutions and governing bodies and nongovernmental organizations

an appreciation of the value of historical traditions and cultures and develop an objective understanding that one’s own is one of many alternate perceptions and that diverse behaviors are all rooted in one’s history and cultural traditions

Career Opportunities

Foreign Service Officer

Government Affairs Manager

Legislative Aide

International Trade Specialist

Travel Guide

Human Rights Advocate

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Studies and the World

Global Studies

World Regional Geography

Global History since 1500

International NGOs and Nonprofits

Global Development

Economics of Race and Gender

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Providence, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies International Relations View 797 other Bachelors in Area & Cultural Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed Common Application and $50 nonrefundable application fee.

Official transcripts of all academic records.

English Proficiency Scores.

Financial Declaration Form.

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

27598 USD / year

≈ 27598 USD / year
Out-of-State

27598 USD / year

≈ 27598 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10460 USD / year

≈ 10460 USD / year

Additional Details

Students from CT, NH, VT, NY, NJ, and Pike County PA qualify for a Northeast Neighbors discounted rate of USD 7,845 per semester.

Living costs

Providence

United States

1030 - 1900 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Program Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Providence

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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