Overview

We invite you to investigate all this robust program has to offer, and to imagine where it can take you in your academic, professional, and personal journey.

Once accepted into the International Studies program at Boston College, majors should use the Major Course Plan to plan their curriculum.

Features

There are five components to the IS major:

Taking the IS major core courses

Selecting a concentration

Learning a language (or two)

Studying abroad

Completing a senior capstone

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Where on Earth? Global History

International Relations

Economics

Economics Elective

Comparative Politics

Ethics, Religion and International Politics

History, Culture and Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-02 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Duolingo English Test

130

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newton, United States

Disciplines

International Relations View 680 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

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Schedule TOEFL®

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

Other requirements

General requirements

Standardized Testing

International applicants must submit TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test examination scores.

Curriculum Evaluation

All students are required to submit an official high/secondary school transcript.

Supporting Materials

The School Report and Counselor Recommendation Form

Teacher Evaluations

Application Fee

English Proficiency

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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Tuition Fee

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International

69400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69400 USD per year during 48 months.
National

69400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69400 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

69400 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69400 USD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for International Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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