International Studies

A major in International Studies is meant to prepare students for career opportunities in international business, public services in international areas of government and diplomacy, international governmental and nongovernmental organizations.

REQUIREMENTS: To successfully complete the International Studies major, the following coursework is required:

• 18 credits as listed under Major Core Requirements
• 21 credits of Major Electives, at least 3 credits from each of the three areas of study: Culture and Arts; International Politics and Economy; and Global Studies.  (See linked program guide)
• 9 credits Modern Languages (Waived for non-native English Speakers; or earned with CLEP Levels 1 and 2 tests with score of 50)
• 37 CORE credits
• 35 General Elective Credits
• A minimum number of 120 credits are required for degree, the last 30 of which, and 50% of the major must be earned at La Roche University.

Summary of Requirements

International Studies Major Courses – Required: 18 credits

• ADMG1005

  ADMG1005

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• INST2013

  INST2013

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• SOCL3011

  INST3011

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  MATH1040

• SOCL4055
• MATH1040
• SOCL2070

• MLSP1001

  MLSP1001

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• MLSP1002

  MLSP1002

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  MLSP1001

• MLSP2001

  **Any language not considered native to the student, including American Sign Language, is allowed

  MLSP2001

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  MLSP1002