Global Studies
- Major
- Minor
Currently, this program is not accepting applications.
The Global Studies program crosses disciplines to study how nations and states act on a global stage. Your courses will help you examine diverse perspectives on the human condition. You will analyze the interactions of international government and non-government organizations and regimes. You will dissect their relationships, conflicts and their efforts to create global order. Through your courses, activities, work in the field and study abroad you'll learn to think and act on a global scale. You will graduate with a global education that will make you aware of the diversity and interdependence of international communities.
Program Requirements
College of Liberal Arts
College of Liberal Arts Scholarships
Program Highlights
- Preparation for range of careers that reaches from local immigration advocacy groups to work for some of the largest global NGOs such as Oxfam or United Nations agencies and includes employment in the U.S. State Department.
- Up to 12 credits allowed for study abroad through any of 32 programs including sessions in South Africa, Wales, Ukraine, Italy and Ghana.
- Global spectrum of awareness-building internships, fellowships and service-learning opportunities through operations such as the Minnesota International Center, Global Engagement Summer Institute, Humanity in Action, United Nations Association, U.S. State Department and Women in Progress.
- Select classes are available online.
Program Distinctions
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Student Organizations
Popular Careers
- International Banking
- Diplomacy/Foreign Affairs
- Importer/Exporter
- Customs Inspector
- Reporter
- Intelligence Analyst
- Airline and Rail Services