Program Overview
The International Studies at Claremont Graduate University is a MA programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 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 programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- World Politics
- Seminar in Conflict & Peace
- International Political Economy
- Political Economy of International Development
- Foreign Policy (USA, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia)
- Seminar in Political Demography
- Seminar in Integration
- Seminar in Civil War
- Political Economy of China
- Strategic Modeling for Politics, Economics, & Business
- Seminar in Computational & Agent-Based Modeling
- Dynamic Modeling
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)
International Students
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:
- Before You Apply
- Applying to CGU
- Financing Your Education
- Your Admission Packet
- Next Steps
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
