Overview

The study of politics as both an art and a science involves understanding how ancient, modern and post-modern thinkers have come to understand the political world both philosophically and empirically on national, local, and international levels.

Features

In the International Studies program at McDaniel College, you’ll learn about the processes of government, the avenues for participation in the political system and in government, as well as the actors involved and the means by which they exercise power, influence, and authority.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Approaches to International Relations

Comparative Politics of Europe

The Politics of the Middle East

Special Topics in Political Science

National Security in a Changing World

U.S. Foreign Policy

Politics of Latin American Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Westminster, United States

Disciplines

International Relations View 658 other Bachelors in International Relations 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

High School Transcript: Through your transcript(s), we'll be able to see what coursework you've taken, your grades, extracurricular activities and more! We only need an unofficial transcript for our admission review. Once you've graduated from high school, we'll need an official one prior to enrolling.

Personal Essay (Optional): Your personal essay helps us become acquainted with you as a person and student, apart from courses and grades. It will also demonstrate your ability to organize your thoughts and express yourself.

Letters of Recommendation (Optional)

SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)

English Translation of official secondary school transcript

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Financial Information

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

53150 USD / year

≈ 53150 USD / year
Out-of-State

53150 USD / year

≈ 53150 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53150 USD / year

≈ 53150 USD / year

Living costs

Westminster

United States

1610 - 2727 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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Scholarships Information

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Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Westminster

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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