Major

International Studies is an interdisciplinary, liberal arts program that endeavors to develop and relate those analytical skills most appropriate for the examination of increasingly complex interactions among nations. It draws upon the disciplines of economics, history, modern languages and political science. The principal goals of the major are: a) to develop understanding of the interrelationships of domestic and international politics and economic policies and of the implications of historical and sociological developments for those politics and policies; b) to provide students with tools and modes of analysis pertinent to these relationships; c) to help students think analytically in interrelated fields; and d) to help students understand different cultures.

Allegheny's long-established program in International Studies is designed to provide training for individuals who are considering careers in government service, international agencies, and international business and law. The program seeks to blend courses in the liberal arts, generally, with specific advanced courses in several relevant departments.

The interdisciplinary social science major in International Studies leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree. It requires the successful completion of a minimum of 52 semester hour credits that include a seminar and a Senior Project. Students pursuing the major are encouraged to enroll in appropriate related courses in addition to the required courses listed below. These additional courses may be drawn from a variety of departments in all three divisions of the College. International Studies majors are strongly urged to undertake at least one semester of study abroad. All courses submitted for the major, except transfer credits, should be taken on the letter grade basis, and a GPA of 2.0 or better is required for graduation. Only the most recent grade is considered for courses that have been repeated. Normally no more than 16 transfer credits are accepted toward the major, and none of these may substitute for the Senior Project.