The International Studies B.A. at Colorado State University offers you a unique opportunity to explore our interconnected world, preparing you for a dynamic global landscape. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students with broad academic interests who seek to understand complex cultural, political, and economic issues through an interdisciplinary lens. You will develop essential skills in critical thinking, communication, and leadership, gaining a versatile foundation that transcends traditional boundaries. By engaging with diverse perspectives on globalization, you will build the intellectual toolkit necessary to navigate and contribute to international affairs.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, guiding you through core requirements and specialized concentrations such as Global Studies, Middle Eastern-North African Studies, Latin American Studies, or European Studies. You will engage with subjects like international history, political science, and cultural anthropology, alongside language acquisition, potentially including French or Spanish. Throughout your studies, you will undertake research projects and, in your final year, potentially a capstone experience, preparing you to graduate with the analytical and cross-cultural competencies sought after in fields ranging from diplomacy and international business to non-profit work and policy analysis.