Overview

It’s a complicated and amazing world out there! This International Relations and Diplomacy major from Illinois Dominican University will prepare you to thrive in today’s global economic and political environment and to serve the world with intelligence, compassion and competence.

Interdependence is the new way of the world. More than ever before, nations rely on one another for economic success, military protection and ecological survival. This means that governments and corporations in the U.S. and abroad increasingly need professionals who can cross cultural boundaries.

Our graduates serve internationally and domestically in a wide range of organizations and agencies in both the public and private sectors, including the U.S. State Department, the World Bank, CARE, the Peace Corps, and the Commission for Environmental Cooperation. They’ve learned to make evidence-based decisions, to act thoughtfully as citizens, and to participate productively in the global economy.

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In small classes, you’ll work side by side with experts in the field. You’ll study international politics, master a second language, and learn the principles of diplomacy and foreign policy. Our internships will take you inside international organizations in Chicago, Washington and beyond.

Dominican will enable you to earn a variety of professional advantages early and often. We strongly recommend that you complete an internship with international agencies in Washington, D.C., and we’ll help you land one.

The university’s relationship with the Washington Internship Institute will enable you to spend a full semester learning hands-on in the nation’s capital.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Relations
American Government
Methodology in Political Science
American Foreign Policy
International Security and Conflict Resolution
Global Governance and International Organizations

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-11 00:00:00 , International

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National: We make admission decisions on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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General requirements

Online Application
Official high school transcripts, emailed directly from the issuing institution
Official high school transcripts/marksheets and translations through a certified translation agency must be emailed to the Director of International Enrollment
Proof of English Proficiency
For I-20: Bank Statement showing a minimum of $53,978 USD and completed and a signed Financial Statement Form
A copy of your passport bio page

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Tuition Fee

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International

38328 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19164 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

38328 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19164 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

38328 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19164 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for River Forest

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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More ways to learn on campus and beyond

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Programme Structure

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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