International Studies - International Relations
Claremont Graduate UniversityProgram Overview
The International Studies - International Relations at Claremont Graduate University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Studies - International Relations programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 1,847 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,847 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Claremont, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Studies - International Relations programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- International Political Economy
- Seminar in International Political Economy
- Seminar in Political Demography
- American Foreign Policy
- Foreign Policy of Selected Region (Latin America, Middle East, Africa etc.)
- Strategic Modeling for Politics, Economics, & Business
- Seminar in Computational and Agent-Based Modeling
- Advanced Formal Models
- Dynamic Modeling
- Seminar in Social Network Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In addition to any program-specific requirements, all applicants must submit the following materials:
- $80 Application Fee
- Official Transcripts
- Test Scores
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- TOEFL or IELTS Score (International Applicants only)
This includes questions about your I-20 (F-1 Student) or DS-2019 (J-1 Student/Scholar) immigration forms, transferring to CGU from another school, health insurance, obtaining a letter to help get a Social Security card (only after you have secured a job), and traveling outside of the United States.
These general admission sections include:
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,847 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,847 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,847 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,847 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Claremont Graduate University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Claremont Graduate University
Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, United States
university located in Claremont, California, United States
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
