Overview

This Political Science - International Development Major track at Tulane University offers students an education firmly rooted in a social science framework that allows them to explore multiple meanings of international development.

Key features

Coursework within the department introduces students to the history, theories, and methods of the field, allows them to deepen their knowledge of at least one world area (Latin America, Africa, Middle East, or Asia), and offers in-depth study of policy areas including poverty, migration, human rights, transitional justice, gender, foreign aid, food and agriculture, health, and environmental sustainability.

Majors are required to complete one level beyond minimum proficiency in a language other than English, as well as introductory macroeconomics and international political economy courses. In recognition of the interdisciplinary nature of international development, majors and minors must complete electives in other departments.

Choices include courses in Anthropology, Architecture, Asian Studies, Communication, Evolutionary Biology, Earth Science, Economics, History, Philosophy, Public Health, Sociology, Social Work, and Theatre.

The Department of Political Science strongly recommends that PSDV students take advantage of at least one study abroad opportunity while at Tulane. We also encourage students to seek relevant internship opportunities inside and outside of the United States.

This major prepares students to compete for Fulbright grants, study for professional and graduate degrees, and work for the U.S. government, international organizations, NGOs, foundations, and private firms.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

International Development

Comparative politics

International Relations
Governments

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Orleans, United States

Disciplines

International Development Political Science View 127 other Bachelors in International Development 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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General requirements

Application (including list of activities and personal statement)
High School Transcript
Secondary School Report/Guidance Counselor Recommendation*

SAT or ACT Scores
Portfolio or audition materials (optional)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

67592 USD / year

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Out-of-State

67592 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

67592 USD / year

≈ 67592 USD / year

Living costs

New Orleans

United States

1125 - 2151 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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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

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