The M.A. in International Studies is a highly customizable and interdisciplinary degree. The Graduate Program in International Studies (GPIS) offers advanced research opportunities and training in global problems and transnational issues. Students may choose from one of several concentrations to focus their studies: Comparative Cultural and Political Studies, Conflict and Cooperation, International Political Economy & Development, Modeling & Simulation, Strategic Leadership or U.S. Foreign Policy & International Relations.
Program Highlights
Individual mentoring
Emphasis on professional development
Curriculum permits earning a GPIS certificate as part of the master’s degree
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Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for International Studies at ODU?
Students entering the Master of Arts program in International Studies should meet the minimum university admission requirements Graduate Admission.
Any prior graduate course work taken at ODU (e.g., in nondegree status) or at another institution can be counted toward the M.A.degree only in accordance with the provisions governing transfer of credit and the director’s approval.
Must have Bachelor’s degree;
Official transcripts of all undergraduate or prior graduate course work submitted directly by all universities attended;
Two letters of recommendation addressing the candidate’s capacity to undertake graduate work in international/global issues;
An essay of not more than 500 words describing interest in and capacity for advanced training in global/transnational issues; and
One example of writing or research (a paper submitted to a seminar, a publication or report, or another comparable example).
An analysis of international trade theory, commercial policy, foreign exchange markets, open economy macroeconomics,…
ECON 650
International Economics
An analysis of international trade theory, commercial policy, foreign exchange markets, open economy macroeconomics, and balance of payments. The course provides the theoretical basis to understand contemporary international economic issues. (Credit may not be applied toward the M.A. in economics.)
This course deals with the adaptation of US foreign policies to the changing structure of the international system…
IS 606
American Foreign Policy and World Order
This course deals with the adaptation of US foreign policies to the changing structure of the international system after WWII and in the Cold War, and since Reagan. It is designed to review, analyze, and discuss the global rise of the US role in the world. It will also assess the transformation of US interests since 1945, through the Cold War and since the events of September 11, 2001.
Course explores how different societies in the 20th century were shaped by similar practices, ideas, and pressures.…
IS 655
International History
Course explores how different societies in the 20th century were shaped by similar practices, ideas, and pressures. Course themes may include colonialism, the global history of World War II, the cold war ethnic distortion and the consumer revolution among others.
We believe in providing students with transparent and accessible information about the cost of attendance.
Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Other fees are assessed for special services and certain academic programs. Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit$620
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit$642
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit$1,486
Ways to Fund Your Degree
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