The MA in International Studies combines an interdisciplinary core with an in-depth study of a disciplinary field and a substantive concentration. In addition to their topical studies, students obtain a broad exposure to the intellectual fields of international studies and the theoretical traditions scholars have used to study our complex world. Students interested in pursuing careers in diplomacy or other parts of the public sector, the private sector, or the nonprofit world often favor this degree.  In addition, the degree works well for those students who wish to pursue a PhD, whether for an academic or other career track. The MA in International Studies is our most flexible degree, with myriad opportunities to tailor a program to fit special needs, interests and professional goals. Graduates work in public, private and nonprofit sectors, working in the United States and abroad in careers with organizations such as the Department of State, Department of Energy, United States Agency for International Development, World Bank, United Nations Development Programme, Red Cross and Human Rights Watch.

Program resources

• Course descriptions
• International Studies Program fact sheet
• Regional emphases
• Office of Student Affairs portfolio page, home of the MA handbook and other important documents
• Admissions FAQs

Course schedules

• All course schedules can be found here.

International Studies student/alumni news and blogs

• Mayela Arbona is a second-year international student in the International Studies program. Read Mayela's blog to learn more about her experience at the Josef Korbel School.
  
  
• Daniel Green is a second-year student in the International Studies program. Read Daniel's blog to learn more about his experience at the Josef Korbel School.
  
  
• Brian Sara is a first-year student in the International Studies program. Read Brian's blog to learn more about his experience at the Josef Korbel School.    
  
  
• Elizabeth Caruth is a first-year student in the International Studies program. Read Elizabeth's blog to learn more about her experience at the Josef Korbel School. 
  
  
• Dennis Burakov is a first-year international student in the International Studies program. Read Dennis's blog to learn more about his experience at the Josef Korbel School.
  
  
• Maisie Pigeon is a first-year student in the International Studies program. Read Maisie's blog to learn more about her experience at the Josef Korbel School.

• Cliff Martin is a recent graduate from the MA in International Studies program. Read about his experience as a student, and hear why he chose the Josef Korbel School.
  
  
• Meet Roy Baran, a recent graduate with an MA in International Studies.
  
  
• Meet Greg Maly, a recent graduate with an MA in International Studies.

Faculty

Being interdisciplinary in nature, this program draws from faculty across all Josef Korbel School programs. A listing of our faculty can be found here.  

Student and academic groups

• A listing of our student groups can be found here.