Overview

The students and faculty in the History and International Studies (HAIS) department share a common goal of addressing and examining major issues affecting our world. Each major and minor within the department gives students a solid grounding in the academic study of historical and international studies while developing skills of critical thinking, lucid writing, articulate speech, plus research and analysis that are essential to success in college and professional life. By promoting students’ understanding of the richness and diversity of human experience in its historical, and global contexts, students will also develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society and an interdependent world. Graduates of the department go on to careers in museums, education, politics, government, business, and human services, as well as continue their education at top graduate and law schools.

Key facts

The HAIS department also supports the work of the Institute of Public Policy and World Affairs at Rockford University (IPP). Led by Dr. Forslund and Donald Manzullo, former Congressman and Rockford University adjunct professor, IPP sponsors programs in a variety of areas, many of which are directly tied to the interests of HAIS.

The International Studies major from Rockford University draws its courses from numerous departments throughout Rockford University. Students can choose courses from disciplines including political science, history, economics, sociology, philosophy, art, business, theater, religion, classics, modern foreign languages and others.

Programme Structure

Core Courses provide a common introduction and overview of international relations, global issues, historical context, political affairs, economic forces, and contemporary problems. Supporting Courses chosen from the Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences, allow personalized study within a desired focus area. These courses offer students the opportunity to study and understand the larger world outside the United States. Foreign Language or Focused Global Study: Either two courses in foreign language or three courses in the study of cultures foreign to the students’ own provides greater insight into others’ perspectives.
Supporting Courses chosen from the Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences, allow personalized study within a desired focus area.
Foreign Language or Focused Global Study:.
Study Abroad or International Experience Project

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

124 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rockford, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.6

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General requirements

Completed international application for admission

$50 USD application fee

High school and/or college transcripts

Evidence of English language proficiency

Two letters of recommendation

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

40420 USD / year

≈ 40420 USD / year
Out-of-State

40420 USD / year

≈ 40420 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40420 USD / year

≈ 40420 USD / year

Living costs

Rockford

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

The merit scholarships are designed to reward those students who have been academically dedicated and engaged in their educational experience. These scholarships are awarded each year to new, undergraduate first-year and transfer international students who attend full-time. All GPA equivalencies are calculated on a 4.0 scale. Scholarships are determined at admission, and there is no separate application process. Scholarships are renewable each year as long as a student is enrolled full-time and maintains a 2.0 grade point average.

For more info, go to https://www.rockford.edu/admission/international/scholarships/

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