Accelerated Baccalaureate Program
BA in International Studies
International Studies students develop critical thinking skills and a more sophisticated understanding of contemporary economic and political affairs grounded in a cultural, historical, and social context.
A combination of academic and experiential learning is encouraged, especially participation in study abroad and international internships. Students select a regional emphasis that reflects their interests and provides a focus for applying theory and concepts.
A major in international studies prepares students for careers in government service, business, law, journalism, social services, and teaching. International studies also provides a broad foundation for graduate study in a variety of social science, interdisciplinary, and regional studies programs.
Sample Program -- Each student’s program will be established with their major advisor upon admission to the Accelerated Baccalaureate Program.
Fall -- Year 1
Freshman University Seminar (4), General Education (3-4), IS 250 (4), Language (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (15-16)
Winter -- Year 1
Freshman University Seminar (4), General Education (3-4), Econ 201 (4), Language (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (15-16)
Spring -- Year 1
Freshman University Seminar (4), General Education (3-4), Econ 202 (4), Language (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (15-16)
Fall -- Year 2
Research Methods (4), Int. Pol. Econ Course (4), Language (4), Elective (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (16)
Winter -- Year 2
IS 320 (4), IS 350 (4), Language (4), UD Gen Education (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (16)
Spring -- Year 2
Topical Course (4), Int. Pol. Econ Course (4), UD Gen Education (4), Language (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (16)
Fall -- Year 3
Regional/Country Course (4), Int. Pol. Econ Course (4), Language (4), UD Gen Education (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (16)
Winter -- Year 3
IS 498 (2), Regional/Country Course (4), Int. Pol. Econ Course (4), Elective (3-4)
Language (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (17-18)
Spring -- Year 3
IS 498 (2), Regional/Country Course (4), Elective (7-8), Language (4)
TOTAL CREDITS (17-18)