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Master's in International Education

Elevate your impact on a global level.

To ensure constructive leadership and improvements in our global community, international education professionals must address critical issues concerning education reform and social justice on a global scale.

Through in-class curriculum and international opportunities, our International Education Program (IEP) empowers you to improve systems of education and to increase access to quality education around the world. In the IEP, you will explore the history, culture, development, contemporary concerns, and future trends of schooling and higher education in well-resourced, under-resourced, and/or conflict and emergency contexts. You will be prepared as a leader in training, learning, and development in diverse settings that require cross-cultural competencies.

With more than 30 years of experience, our program has a rich history and a robust network of alumni in the DC area and around the world working in international and non-profit organizations, government, business, and school settings.

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Concentrations Deepen your expertise in critical areas of the field, including International Education Development, International Higher Education, and Global Education.

Partnerships + Fellowships IEP maintains a partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), serving as a designated UNESCO Chair  that offers a UNESCO Fellows program.

Convenient Schedule Designed with the busy professional in mind, courses are scheduled once a week in late afternoons and evenings (Monday-Thursday), allowing you to balance your career, personal life, and education seamlessly.

The GW Advantage

Our location in D.C.—the epicenter of policy, practice, and research—provides you with the distinct advantage of being able to access global opportunities within walking distance of campus by working or interning for embassies, the U.S. government, or more than 100 organizations that influence international education.

Students have the opportunity to receive class credit for internships, available both domestically and abroad, as well as short-term study abroad programs.

GSEHD offers students access to opinion leaders and the opportunity to learn from our faculty who are leading experts on global policy trends, assessments, politics, conflict and education, student exchange, access, equity and inclusion, global citizenship, migration, and more. Our diverse student body comes together from across the country and around the globe, bringing a wide range of professional experience, skills, and enriching knowledge.

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 Program at a Glance

Degree awarded:.

Master of Arts in Education and Human Development in the Field of International Education

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Spring, Summer, Fall

The mission of our program is to:

• Optimize the constructive leadership capacity of individuals to advance education reform, and social and environmental justice on a global scale.
• Enhance individual, organizational, and community resilience, effectiveness, and equity at global, national, and local levels.
• Train scholar-practitioners with the capacity to lead and address critical education issues in international organizations, government, business, and non-profit organizations.

Up to 6 additional credits of internship may be required for students who do not have international education related experience.

Through this program, students will be able to:

• Recognize the rich theoretical perspectives, while stepping out into the complexities of the real world through examining the policies and practices in specific local, regional, national, and global contexts;
• Acquire the tools, methods, and habits of analysis that enable them to play a variety of key roles as leaders and change agents;
• Pursue and specialize in cutting-edge topics and issues within and across the field, such as international education development, international higher education, and global education.

More than 85% of surveyed alumni report high level of satisfaction with the IEP

85% of surveyed alumni maintain a connection with the IEP; 89% report staying in close contact with other alumni of the IEP

Graduate Certificate Offered

Students can deepen their specialization further through concurrently enrolling in our related graduate certificate program. You can earn this graduate certificate first and transfer all 12 credit hours toward the master's degree.* *All requirements must be met and student accepted to the master's program

Incorporating International Perspectives in Education

This certificate will strengthen your understanding of internationalization as it relates to school systems and the development of K-12 curriculum. Students learn to incorporate global perspectives into curriculum, pedagogy, and school policy and practice.

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GSEHD’s Office of Admissions invites you to apply for a spot in our program. Please review the following admission and financial information.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Review our step-by-step guide to applying to GSEHD >

To learn more about the program, admission process, and upcoming events, please connect with the GSEHD Admissions Team at [email protected] or 202-994-9283.

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the online application form as well as the following required supporting documents. There is no application fee.

Prerequisite: Bachelor's Degree

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Statement of Purpose

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*Additional application requirements may exist for international applicants .

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Applications are now being accepted for Summer and Fall 2024. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.

For more information or to inquire about the next admissions cycle, contact the GSEHD Admissions Team at [email protected] or 202-994-9283.

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Graduate tuition is charged per credit hour, unless otherwise noted. Rates vary by program and location.

The tuition rate* for the Master's in International Education program is $1,905 per credit hour .

This program requires 30 credits .

Please note: Additional fees may apply for international students, late fees, etc. Current tuition rates may be updated during the year.

*Summer 2024, Fall 2024 and Spring 2025

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Scholarships are available to eligible admitted students. Review eligibility requirements and learn more about funding your education >

Having had the opportunity to complete a Fulbright ETA experience in Kolkata, India, to present my research at conferences and participate in the Kakehashi program as a graduate research in Tokyo, Japan, and to work as a Study Abroad Advisor, the IEP program offered a great balance of theoretical and practical course work for me to explore how education can be used to combat inequalities in society and uplift communities. The faculty’s first hand experience in the field allowed me to better understand the realities and complexities of being a scholar practitioner.

SAVON JACKSON (MA '18) International Education Program

 Career Outlook

Read our guide to top career paths in international education >

Our graduates pursue a wide range of leadership programs in governmental and non-governmental organizations, international organizations, higher education institutions and schools, think tanks and philanthropy. A snapshot of where our graduates are working is found below.

More than 80% of program graduates secured a full-time position while in IEP or within 6 months of graduation. The majority have reported they work within the education sector.

Our graduates are improving access, equity and the experience of education across the nation and around the world. You will find our graduates leading at a variety of institutions, including some of the following:

• American School of Mozambique
• Carnegie Mellon University, Study Abroad/Foreign Student & Scholar Office
• Chemonics International
• Earth Force
• Education Development Center
• Foreign Service Institute
• Georgetown University, BMW Center for German and European Studies
• Institute of International Education
• Johns Hopkins University School for Advanced International Studies
• NAFSA Association of International Educators
• Smithsonian Science Education Center
• The Alliance for Global Education
• The British Council
• The Fulbright Program
• The National Institutes of Health
• The World Bank
• University of Maryland, International Scholar and Student Services
• US Department of State
• World Learning

The courses, faculty, and colleagues of the International Education Program at GW have positively expanded my perspective and understanding of education's place within the global context. With many opportunities to connect theory to practice throughout the program, I now have the capacity to integrate the values and goals of global citizenship into my teaching philosophy, lessons, and classroom culture.

JESSICA LEE ('22) Elementary Educator, Jakarta Intercultural School Master's in International Education, Graduate Certificate in Incorporating International Perspectives in Education

International Education Faculty

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International educational development, master of science in education (m.s.ed.), you are here, a master’s program that prepares you to work in international educational contexts and promote global equity. .

The International Educational Development master's program (IEDP) prepares students with distinctive skills for working in the field of education in developing and marginalized contexts worldwide. A key element is our international internship, where students gain on-the-ground experience in educational development.

What Sets Us Apart

About the program.

Working in the field of educational development in the 21st century requires an understanding of the complex interrelationships between local and global political, economic, and cultural dynamics. In the International Educational Development program, you will draw on the program’s strong interdisciplinary foundations to examine the interplay of these dynamics and their impact on education systems that serve politically and economically marginalized populations worldwide.

Fall: 4 courses; Spring: 4 courses; Summer: internship; Fall: 2 courses

Research apprenticeship minimum  420 hour international internship

Culminating experience  Portfolio

Duration of master’s program 12-20 months full-time; 2 years part-time

Dual degree options

• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• M.S. in Nonprofit Leadership
• Master of Public Administration (MPA)
• Master of Public Health (MPH)

Accelerated Program Juniors and seniors at Penn can apply to up to 3 IEDP courses through our Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's Program . 

The International Educational Development Program (IEDP) provides students with unique skills, knowledge, and qualities in the field of international educational development, with a special focus on low and middle-income countries. This is a field that requires strong interdisciplinary foundations, and the program focuses not only on education, but also on the interplay of politics, economics, and culture. Students examine issues such as:

• early childhood education
• human rights
• language policy
• learning and instruction
• non-profit leadership and management
• data collection and analysis
• public health
• teacher professional development and curriculum design
• technology for development

IEDP’s immersive international internship experience allows students to apply their academic knowledge to policy and practice, as they conduct hands-on, on-the-ground work with organizations such as UNESCO, UNICEF, the Aga Khan Foundation, the Research Triangle Institute, and other organizations.

If you face any barriers to applying for the program please contact Lauren Scicluna, [email protected] . 

Program Highlights

The International Educational Development program is among the best international educational development programs in the world, while Penn Graduate School of Education is a top-ranked Graduate School of Education by  US News and World Report . Here are some of our program’s highlights: 

Flexibility

The program requires three core classes, two methods courses, two thematic, and three electives, and provides qualified students with the opportunity for an immersive 420-hour internship experience.

Ivy League Opportunity

Students find the program to be an excellent blend of theory, research, skill-building, and practice.

Interdisciplinary

We encourage students to take classes not just at Penn GSE, but across the university – such as in the Wharton School, the School of Social Policy and Practice, and Penn Law.

Real-World Practice 

The IEDP international internship provides a real-world para-professional experience that blends theory with practice, with UN agencies such as UNESCO and UNICEF, and major NGOs, such as Room to Read and the Agha Khan Foundation. Unlike other international education programs, we work individually with all of our students to place them in a position and provide a $3,150 international internship grant (plus additional supplemental funds based on location.) Internships are individualized for each student and allow students to decide which region, location, duration (minimum of 420 hours), and format (in-person, hybrid, remote.) In addition, several courses employ real-world simulations.

Students move through the program as part of a talented, global, and intimate cohort of an average of 35 students. IEDP courses are commonly 16 to 20 students maximum, with the only large class being all cohort courses of EDUC6480 and EDUC6482. Our students truly get to know their peers, their faculty, and the staff.

• Perspective

The International Educational Development Program Speaker Series gives students direct access to leaders in international educational development and provides opportunities to learn about the cutting-edge global issues. Recent speakers have come from the World Bank, UNICEF, UNESCO, and other leading organizations.

Penn Global Connections

Our program partners with six global research centers on Penn’s campus: Perry World House, Center for Africana Studies, South Asia Center, Middle East Center, Center for Latin American and Latinx Studies, Center for East Asia, the Center for the Study of Contemporary China, and the Center of the Advancement of India (CASI), as well as over 20 international partners.

Curriculum for the Master’s Program

Our master’s degree program offers a campus-wide interdisciplinary experience. In consultation with a faculty advisor, IEDP students take three required foundational courses and two research methods courses. The remaining five courses include two thematic elective courses and another three electives that can be taken from a wide variety of courses in Penn GSE and from across the University of Pennsylvania (as in the Sample Course listing below). The program culminates in a robust international field/experience internship for eligible students, and a professional, performance-based portfolio. Internship/field experiences are unpaid, but students may be eligible for travel or living expense grants.

For information on courses and requirements, visit the  International Educational Development M.S.Ed. program in the University Catalog .

Sample Courses  

Core courses.

• Inter/National Development and Education
• International Educational Development in Practice: Tools, Techniques and Ethics
• Proseminar in International Education Development

Research Methods Courses

Methods courses prepare students in both the practical and theoretical implications of collecting, interpreting, analyzing, and presenting data on the human condition broadly—and education/learning in particular. Students are required to take one qualitative and one quantitative methods course. Options include (but are not limited to) courses such as:

• Principles of Monitoring and Evaluation in International Educational Development
• Advanced Topics in Monitoring & Evaluation in International Education Development
• Introductory Statistics for Educational Research
• Data Processing and Analysis
• Regression & Analysis of Variance
• Social and Statistical Network Analysis
• Quasi Experimental Design
• Qualitative Methods: Principles and Techniques
• Ethnographic Filmmaking
• Advanced Qualitative and Case Study Research
• Ethnographic Research Methods

IEDP Thematic  Electives Courses

IEDP thematic courses build on and extend the foundation built in core courses around particular, specialized areas. These should be IEDP courses taught by IEDP core faculty, that also prepare students for professional paths into the field. Students are required to select two thematic courses during their course of study.

• Migration, Displacement and Education
• Policy Planning in International Educational Development: Theory and Practice
• Systems Thinking for International Development and Educational Change
• Information & Communication Technologies for Education and Development in Global
• Global Governance & Cooperation: International Education Policy & Practice
• Curriculum & Pedagogy in International Contexts
• Anthropology and Education
• Risk, Resilience, & Prevention Science
• International Early Childhood Policies and Programs
• Global Perspectives on School Climate
• Economics of Education in Developing Countries
• Global Citizenship

Elective Courses

In a conference with a faculty advisor, students are encouraged to identify graduate-level courses, 5000 or above, that align with their planned program of study from across the university. As such, electives may be taken in other programs in the Graduate School of Education, or from programs across the University of Pennsylvania. Students are required to select three elective courses during their course of study. 

Program of Study

Our recommended course of study is to complete the program in 1.5 years beginning in August and graduating the following December (fall, spring, summer, and fall.) This allows students to build relationships with faculty and make the most of their time at Penn. We also offer an expedited intensive program of study option  beginning in August and graduating in August of the next year (fall, spring, summer). Students hoping to pursue a two-year, 20-month, program of study can also pursue a program of study beginning in August and graduating the following May (fall, spring, summer, fall spring), but please reach out directly to the program staff for advisement on this possibility. Part-time student enrollment is also possible with varying durations of programs specific to each student’s needs. Students are expected to work closely with their advisor in planning their course of study.

Funding Opportunities

In addition to the funding opportunities available to students applying to any of our master’s degree programs, the following opportunities are available specifically for students applying to the   International Educational Development program.

Penn GSE-UNESCO Fellowship

For students, including international students, who are looking for ways to support their education, learn more about scholarships and fellowships at  Penn GSE Funding Opportunities and  External Funding Opportunities. In addition to these options, the program has an internal fellowship program—the Penn GSE-UNESCO Fellowship for Development Country Scholars.

Overview : Penn GSE offers up to two full tuition International Fellowships under the Penn GSE–UNESCO Chair, founded in 2012. This Fellowship, under the auspices of the International Educational Development program, is designed to support promising professionals devoted to international education in the developing world.

Award:  The Fellowship covers all Penn tuition (up to 10-course units) associated with the master’s degree program of study. The Fellowship does not cover other costs associated with attending graduate school, such as room and board, books, health insurance, travel, etc.

Eligibility:  Priority will be given to applicants who are citizens of countries defined by the World Bank as  low-income and lower-middle-income countries. Naturalized U.S. citizens and permanent residents who originate from low-income and lower-middle-income countries (i.e., were born in one of these countries and whose parents are not U.S. citizens) may also apply.

Application process:   In order to be considered for this scholarship you must submit your application to the International Educational Development, M.S.Ed. program and complete the section for the Penn GSE-UNESCO Fellowship by the priority deadline, February 1st 11:59 P.M. ET.

All applicants selected for the Fellowship program will be notified in their acceptance letter. Acceptance letters are typically sent by mid-March.

Past and Present UNESCO Fellows

Coverdell fellowship.

The  Paul D. Coverdell Fellowship program  provides a great opportunity for returned Peace Corps Volunteers to continue their service to underserved communities while also pursuing graduate studies at a reduced cost. This graduate fellowship program recognizes returning Peace Corps Volunteers and is a way to extend one’s relationship with the Peace Corps while being a student at the University of Pennsylvania.

In order to be considered for this scholarship you must submit your application to the International Educational Development, M.S.Ed. program by the priority deadline, February 1. Be sure to complete the question “Have you served in Peace Corps” in your application.

All applicants selected for the Fellowship program will be notified in their acceptance letter.

Committed to Making a Difference

Hear more from students and faculty in the International Educational Development Program. Improving lives at the bottom of the economic pyramid is hard. Every year, interns from our program work in organizations around the world to support their work educating families and transforming public health.

Our Faculty

Our Leadership Team

Ameena Ghaffar-Kucher, Ed.D. Director

Daniel A. Wagner, Ph.D. Founding Director & UNESCO Chair

Lauren Scicluna Program Manager

Affiliated Faculty

Asif Agha Professor of Anthropology, Penn Arts & Sciences Ph.D., University of Chicago

Sigal Ben-Porath MRMJJ Presidential Professor Ph.D., Tel Aviv University

Cristina Bicchieri S. J. Patterson Harvie Professor of Social Thought and Comparative Ethics, Department of Philosophy, Penn Arts & Sciences Ph.D., Cambridge University

Robert F. Boruch University Trustee Chair Professor of Education and Statistics Ph.D., Iowa State University

William Burke-White Richard Perry Professor and Inaugural Director, Perry World House, University of Pennsylvania Ph.D., Cambridge University 

Yuko Goto Butler Professor Ph.D., Stanford University

Alison M. Buttenheim Associate Professor of Nursing, Penn Nursing Ph.D., UCLA

Lee Cassanelli Associate Professor of History, Penn Arts & Sciences Ph.D., University of Wisconsin

Xinyin Chen Professor Ph.D., University of Waterloo

Eileen Doherty-Sil Faculty Director-CAP (Core & Africa general Program) Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley

Angela Duckworth Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang Professor, Penn Arts & Sciences Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Richard Estes Professor Emeritus of Social Work and Social Policy, Penn Social Policy & Practice D.S.W., University of California at Berkeley

Steven Feierman Professor of History Emeritus, Penn Arts & Sciences D.Phil., Oxford University and Ph.D., Northwestern University

Toorjo Ghose Associate Professor, Penn Social Policy & Practice Ph.D., UCLA

Manuel S. González Canché Associate Professor Ph.D., University of Arizona

Guy Grossman Associate Professor, Penn Arts & Sciences Ph.D., Columbia University

Kathleen D. Hall Associate Professor of Education and Anthropology Ph.D., University of Chicago

Femida Handy Professor of Nonprofit Studies, Penn Social Policy & Practice Ph.D., York University, Canada

Emily Hannum Professor of Sociology and Education, School of Arts & Sciences Ph.D., University of Michigan 

Matthew Hartley Professor and Board of Advisors Chair of Education Ed.D., Harvard University

Nancy H. Hornberger Professor Emerita of Education Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison

Mark Alan Hughes Professor of Practice in City and Regional Planning, PennDesign Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Michael C. Johanek Senior Fellow Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University

Carol McLaughlin Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Infectious Disease, Perelman School of Medicine M.D., Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Neal Nathanson Emeritus Professor of Microbiology, Perelman School of Medicine M.D., Harvard University

Hyunjoon Park Korea Foundation Professor of Sociology, Penn Arts & Sciences Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Madison

Laura W. Perna Vice Provost for Faculty Ph.D., University of Michigan

Jennifer A. Pinto-Martin Viola MacInnes/Independence Professor of Nursing Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley

Sharon M. Ravitch Professor of Practice Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Jennifer A. Riggan Associate Professor, Historical and Political Studies, Arcadia University Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Alan R. Ruby Senior Fellow Associateship, London Institute of Education

Lawrence Shulman Professor of Medicine, The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania M.D., Harvard Medical School

Brian Spooner Professor of Anthropology, Penn Arts & Sciences D.Phil., Oxford University

Mike Useem William and Jacalyn Egan Professor of Management, The Wharton School Ph.D., Harvard University

Before the program I had one way of looking at problems—now I have a 360 degree view.

Priyamvada Tiwari 

Our graduates.

Our graduates have an enhanced understanding of the interplay of local, national, and international politics, policies, and priorities in a world of rapid educational change, and are able to critically read and persuasively communicate evidence-based knowledge to a diverse set of stakeholders.

Many graduates have followed their studies with internships and employment in a variety of international settings, as well as at public and private educational institutions. Others have gone on to pursue their doctoral studies.

Alumni Careers

• Early Childhood Development Specialist, Save the Children
• Education Advisor, UNICEF Myanmar
• Founder, Teach for Liberia
• Associate Program Management, Pratham Education Foundation
• Data Scientist, Philadelphia Mayor’s Office
• Research Assistant, UNICEF
• Associate Research Scientist, New York University
• Program Associate, Institute of International Education
• Research Assistant, Korean Education Development Institute, South Korea
• Researcher, Harvard University
• Sr. Resource Manager, MENA – International Rescue Committee
• Program Officer, UNESCO, Bangkok
• Junior Policy Analyst, OECD
• Program Manager, Earth Institute Center of Sustainable Development

Distinctive Skills

• Foundational knowledge of the history of international development institutions, their efforts, and their theoretical frameworks
• Disposition and ability to understand issues of educational policy and practice from a comparative and international perspective
• Enhanced understanding of the interplay of local, national, and international politics, policies, and priorities in the dynamics of educational change
• Quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation skills necessary for examining educational issues in cross-national contexts
• Preparation for reading critically and communicating evidence-based knowledge persuasively to a variety of stakeholders
• Internship experience that will foster the application of academic knowledge to policy and practice in the applied settings

Admissions & Financial Aid

Please visit our Admissions and Financial Aid pages for specific information on the application requirements , as well as information on tuition, fees, financial aid, scholarships, and fellowships.

Contact us if you have any questions about the program.

Graduate School of Education University of Pennsylvania 3700 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215) 898-6415 [email protected] [email protected]

Lauren Scicluna Program Manager [email protected] (215) 898-5199

Please view information from our Admissions and Financial Aid Office for specific information on the cost of this program.

Penn GSE is committed to making your graduate education affordable, and we offer generous scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships. Many students—including international students—secure fellowships to help support their education.

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International Internship Program

The international internship is the heart of the International Educational Development program. The internships are possible through partnerships with international agencies, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and universities.

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The Internship Experience

The internship is designed as a hands-on field experience (minimum of 420 hours) with an international organization involved in development work outside the U.S. Internships allow our students to apply what is learned in the classroom to a fieldwork experience. Internships are productive work opportunities, either in person or remotely, where our student interns come prepared with skills that match the position openings.

Our International Partners

Some of our partners include the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, Action Aid, and Save the Children. Many of these organizations have a commitment to addressing the  United Nations Sustainable Development Goals . Penn GSE is fortunate to have a special relationship with UNESCO – the only of its kind in the U.S. – that places our students in UNESCO offices around the world.

Our students have had a wide variety of international internship placements, including in Bosnia, Botswana, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Germany, Ghana, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Madagascar, Malawi, Morroco, Mozambique, Nepal, Nicaragua, People's Republic of China, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Senegal, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.

Highlights from International Internships

“From June through October, I worked at the UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa with a focus on sexual and gender-based violence. I participated in a policy retreat to rewrite the National Gender Policy on Education; I represented UNESCO at meetings of the Joint Programme for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment; and I worked with the International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) to help plan the curriculum they used to train law enforcement. My internship gave me invaluable hands-on experience with research, composition, networking, policy, recruitment and outreach, planning, and budgeting.” ~KATELYN KNAPP, UNESCO, Nairobi, Kenya ‘14

“I interned at the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development in Paris, France. My main task was reviewing the Inclusive Innovation in Education survey and helping to draft a chapter for a report on inclusive innovations for government officials and innovation implementers. Throughout my time at the OECD, I was encouraged to attend forums, meetings, and conferences. I had a chance to hear from former Vice President Al Gore on environmental sustainability, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan on education policy, and the OECD Secretary General. This was an amazing opportunity.” ~ADAM ROTH-SAKS, OECD Center for Educational Research and Innovation, Paris, France '14

“I interned with the Aga Khan Foundation in Tanzania. AKF has introduced Reading to Learn, a methodology to strengthen English and Kiswahili literacy instruction in primary schools throughout Southern Tanzania. I was based in both Dar es Salaam and Lindi, where I completed a qualitative research study, conducted focus groups, and participated in workshops, in order to provide AKF with recommendations for the adaptation, implementation, and sustainability of Communities of Practice in primary schools in Southern Tanzania.” ~LAURA CONRAD, Aga Khan Foundation, Tanzania '14

Internship Opportunity

To prepare for the internship, two sequential courses must be taken. In the fall, students must enroll in EDUC6480 International Educational Development in Practice: Tools, Techniques, and Ethics and the corresponding recitation. In the spring, students must enroll in EDUC6482 Masters Proseminar in International Educational Development. Students are required to submit three sets of reports while on internship. 

Travel Support and Administrative Support

For qualified students in good academic standing hoping to be placed on an internship abroad, IEDP will offer an internship travel grant with a starting base of $3,150 per student with additional supplementary support offered based on the location of placement abroad. As Penn students international interns will also have their insurance covered via Penn’s iSOS insurance plan at no additional cost. iSOS will offer a 24/7 international support line to address medical and evacuation needs. Local agencies may provide in-kind and/or cash support (including, for example, per diem, local travel, etc.) 

Students hoping to be placed on a remote internship will be given an internship grant of $3,150 with the possibility of a small increase if local travel is required (for example, traveling to UNICEF NY offices two days a week.)

All students on internship will be enrolled in a 0 CU course, EDUC9990, to help maintain full-time student standing at the university. IEDP will offer an internal scholarship to cover this course free of charge for one semester (the normal internship placement duration). Students interested in a six-month internship placement will have their first semester of EDUC9990 covered by the IEDP with the second being a personal cost.

IEDP works closely and intentionally with all students to help oversee each individualized placement. If you are interested in learning more about the IEDP internship, please join us at one of our IEDP First Friday virtual events.

Our Partners

Our interdisciplinary program has affiliations and partnerships across the university and across the globe.

University of Pennsylvania Affiliates

Affiliated with faculty members across the University of Pennsylvania, our strengths include several key regional resource centers on campus ( African Studies,  East Asian Studies ,  Middle East Studies,  Indian Studies , and  South Asia Studies), as well as institutes, centers, and professional schools with a wide range of international specializations.

International Partners

Our international internship program has grown to include over 20 partner organizations, shown below. Many of these organizations have a commitment towards addressing the  United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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Program Overview

Be a changemaker in the fields of education and human development globally. The master's in International Education Policy and Management (IEPM) focuses on the essential principles and techniques for understanding and improving education policy and organizational management in diverse sociocultural settings. 

Our core and elective courses provide students with knowledge and skills in educational theories, research design, data analysis, and evaluation that enhance program performance and impact. Through opportunities to apply those skills such as the practicum, IEPM graduates are prepared to advance the positive role of education in economic growth, social cohesion, global health, and other dimensions of human development around the world. 

"The qualitative and quantitative research skills I have learned and practiced at Peabody allow me to conduct quality research. I am also able to provide expert guidance to education leaders and advocates."

Sumeyra Ekin, M.Ed., Research Specialist, The Center for Learner Equity

Program Facts

Program Director: Xiu Cravens Admissions Coordinator: Rosie Moody Admission Term: Fall Credit Hours: 36

Application Dates

Application deadline 1.

Jan 3, 2024

Application Deadline 2

Feb 3, 2024 

Rolling Admissions

After Feb 3, 2024*

*Applications received after the Feb 3rd second deadline are reviewed on a rolling basis and accepted as space and funds allow.

Program Curriculum

Core courses-coupled with electives and the field-based practicum-provide you with a strong foundation in education research and data analysis, with a focus on practical applications. 

The program typically takes two years to complete for those who attend full time. However, you can accelerate and complete the program within one year by enrolling in online and summer course offerings. 

Most IEPM courses meet in late afternoon and evening, allowing you to pursue part-time employment either on or off campus.

You will be required to complete a practicum with a professional organization to complete the master's degree in International Education Policy and Management. Most students complete the practicum during the summer after the first year of the program. Practicums can be completed either domestically or internationally. You'll be encouraged to consult with faculty to identify suitable organizations and opportunities.

On your return to campus in the fall, you will be expected to present your practicum at a department-wide poster session and networking event in the Wyatt Rotunda.

The master's degree in International Education Policy and Management requires you to complete 36 credit hours consisting of 12 hours of the IEPM core, 6 hours of methodology, 3 hours of career and practicum portfolio, and 15 hours of elective courses selected with the guidance of your faculty advisor.

All students must complete a practicum.  It is optional whether to count (and pay for) the practicum as degree-bearing credits. To receive three hours of credit for the practicum, a student must work a minimum of 135 hours at the practicum site. A culminating portfolio of academic writing and professional products approved by the IEPM faculty completes the practicum.

IEPM Core Courses:  12 credit hours (choose four from the following)

• International Organizations and Economic Development
• International Issues in K-12 Education Policy Reform
• Comparative Issues in Higher Education Policy Reform
• Education and Global Human Development
• Education Policy in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Evidence from (Quasi) Experimental Evaluations

Methodology:  6 credit hours

• Research Methods and Data Analysis I
• Research Methods and Data Analysis II

Elective Courses:  15 credit hours

Elective courses may be taken across Peabody College, as well as in other disciplines offered across Vanderbilt University, on consultation with your faculty advisor. Some popular electives that IEPM students take include the following, but you are free to choose any others not included in this list:

• American Education History and Policy
• College and University Management
• College Student Personnel Services
• Evaluation of Organizational Performance
• Grants, Policy, and Administration
• Non-Profit Management
• Postsecondary Access and Opportunity
• Public Finance of Higher Education
• Social Context of Education Leadership and Policy
• Strategy and Analytics
• Teacher Policy
• The Politics of Policy Making
• Urban Education and Social Policy 

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The IEPM program develops students' knowledge and skills in understanding and improving the access to and quality, efficiency, and equity of global educational systems. We incorporate race, class, gender, culture, and language as factors shaping people's lives in examining international development, teacher development, school governance, school choice, multilingual education, health and human development, and internationalization in higher education.

Selected Faculty Research

Felipe barrera-osorio, associate professor of public policy, education and economics.

The main objective of Professor Barrera-Osorio's research is to study the effects of educational policies in developing countries. This agenda intersects development economics and the economics of education. He is part of a new generation of development economists who aim to test the effects of different school- and system-wide education policies.

Xiu Cravens, professor of the practice and associate dean for international students and affairs

Professor Cravens's research analyzes educational reform policies that are particularly related to the organizational and cultural contexts of schools in the United States and other countries. Her academic work has been devoted to understanding the role of instructional leadership and teacher development in a changing policy environment and addressing the conceptual and methodological challenges of cross-cultural translation and adaptation of effective practices.

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Personalize your  HGSE Ed.M. program by choosing a concentration in Global, International, and Comparative Education.

The Global, International, and Comparative Education (GICE) Concentration reflects our HGSE mission of changing the world through education and embodies our faculty’s lasting commitment to prepare students like you for work in education in low- and middle-income countries, with a focus on marginalized learners. You also will gain experience addressing inequalities in school success and future opportunities and will become part of a diverse intellectual community that transforms education by examining the power of global and comparative learning. This concentration enables you to participate in core courses and a small group advisory, which will help you build a strong knowledge base in international and comparative education. You also will have opportunities to participate in collaborative field- or simulation-based experiences. This concentration, combined with your chosen program and our faculty’s expertise and strong global connections, will prepare you for a career in education policy, teaching, or organizational leadership at government, civil society and international development agencies, and research institutes.

“A key part of the work we do at HGSE is to explore, understand, and expand education on a global scale. As educators, we must study and shape this emerging field of global education — making sure it is well grounded in the best knowledge about how different countries approach teaching and learning and how they address youth and child development. Not only can we learn from these comparisons, but also they help us begin to improve the lives of learners around the world.” Fernando Reimers Faculty Co-Chair

Concentration Co-Chairs

Students will work closely with faculty associated with their area of study, but students can also work with and take courses with faculty throughout HGSE and Harvard. The faculty co-chairs for Global, International, and Comparative Education are below. View our faculty directory for a full list of HGSE faculty.

Sarah Dryden-Peterson

Sarah Dryden-Peterson focuses on connections between education and community development, specifically the role of education in building peaceful societies.

Fernando Reimers

An expert in global education, Fernando Reimers focuses his work on building an understanding of how to educate children so they can thrive in the 21st century.

Cohort and Community

You will be joined in your concentration by a group of diverse professionals with backgrounds in global and comparative teaching, research, and policymaking. Outside of class, you and your GICE cohort will participate in workshops, seminars, and talks that will enrich the overall learning experience. You will find the learning community to be inspiring, as it provides a space for collective thinking and action, both during the master’s year and as you establish and grow your career. 

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Harvard Graduate School of Education

Cambridge, MA •

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• • Rating 4.67 out of 5   12 reviews

Master's Student: My undergraduate is the only institution outside of Asia offering a terminal degree in Classical Chinese Dance: an exquisite and comprehensive dance form passed down from ancient China. As a member of the first graduating class, I’ve always wanted to give back. And as the new generation of post-pandemic educators, I aim to lead the college to better serve its talented students: to provide first-class education, support, and opportunities to shine in the global spotlight and bring beauty and joy to audiences around the world. At this watershed point in higher ed, I’m genuinely excited to partake in Harvard Graduate School of Education's world-class learning environment and the mentorship of its distinguished faculty, in the Education Leadership, Organizations, and Entrepreneurship program with a concentration in Higher Ed, which. will equip me with the skills, vision, and insight to become a transformative leader and a dedicated contributor to the teaching and learning world. ... Read 12 reviews

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CAMBRIDGE, MA ,

12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

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Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College

Nashville, TN •

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• • Rating 4.08 out of 5   24 reviews

Doctoral Student: Online program. Some excellent professors and some not so great. Interesting material that is also evidence-based. Too much emphasis on writing. Program is still new so they change program requirements which is scary and frustrating and they will not necessarily grandfather you in! ... Read 24 reviews

Vanderbilt University ,

NASHVILLE, TN ,

24 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

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Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

New York, NY •

New York University •

• • Rating 4.27 out of 5   26 reviews

Master's Student: So far I’m almost a year into NYU Steinhardt’s online speech program and I love it! For those who don’t mind online learning and can time manage, this is for you. It gives me more flexibility and encourages me to stay on top of asynchronous work for my zoom meets. Another big plus about this program and why I chose it is that I did not graduate with a bachelor’s in speech or CSD. This program offers most prerequisite classes that extend your plan of study but is so worth it. The only down side is the prerequisites required by ASHA cannot be taken through their program. So while I have taken statistics, a biological and behavioral /social science during my undergrad I will need to take a physical science outside of the program before I start my clinic/practicums. Overall, many of my peers seem to enjoy the program too and even though the program is online for me, the helpfulness and acceptance from professors is truly unmatched. ... Read 26 reviews

New York University ,

NEW YORK, NY ,

26 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

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Lehigh University Graduate College of Education

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BETHLEHEM, PA

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School of Education - American University

American University •

WASHINGTON, DC

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Lehigh University

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Lynch School of Education

Chestnut Hill, MA •

Boston College •

• • Rating 4.25 out of 5   4 reviews

Master's Student: I am preparing to start my studies in this program. As of now, all staff has made this process extremely stress free and easy. My classes have been planned out for my entire time in the program. This is helpful in knowing what is to coming and planning for the future. My advisor has done an exceptional job of working with me to ensure I am taking the correct classes in conjunction to feel prepared for my MTELS. I am looking forward to all there is to come in this program. ... Read 4 reviews

Boston College ,

CHESTNUT HILL, MA ,

4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

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Bethlehem, PA •

• • Rating 5 out of 5   1 review

Master's Student: The best part of my experience is that it is online and to apply we did not need to complete an essay. The teachers provide a lot of guidance and assistance. The Lehigh University Graduate PACE Program provides guidance. The worst part is that it is an accelerated program so you do not have time to come up for air. Papers or reports are due almost every week. ... Read 1 review

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Lehigh University ,

BETHLEHEM, PA ,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

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Graduate School of Education & Human Development - George Washington University

Washington, DC •

George Washington University •

• • Rating 4.42 out of 5   12 reviews

Master's Student: The Master's in School Counseling program at The George Washington University (GWU) is fast-paced, well-structured, and rigorous. Among the positive aspects that drew me to this program include the opportunity for students to become certified as a school counselor and/or a licensed professional counselor. Moreover, there are four different practicum experiences in the program, including internships in elementary, middle, and high school settings, as well as the GWU counseling center that serves students and members of the community --which can help students identify which certification may work best for them. And the fast-paced, year-round structure of the program allows students to complete the program in two years. The classes in the program, however, require submission of several papers, which may be challenging for students who prefer exams or projects. Moreover, all classes are scheduled at night. ... Read 12 reviews

George Washington University ,

WASHINGTON, DC ,

12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

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Indiana University School of Education

Bloomington, IN •

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• • Rating 5 out of 5   2 reviews

Current Doctoral student: I am in the last year of my doctoral program. The coursework can be challenging and intense, but the professors are supportive. In the end of the program, an IU graduate can feel comfortable leading research projects and securing grants. ... Read 2 reviews

Indiana University - Bloomington ,

BLOOMINGTON, IN ,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Current Doctoral student says I am in the last year of my doctoral program. The coursework can be challenging and intense, but the professors are supportive. In the end of the program, an IU graduate can feel comfortable leading... .

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Master's Student: I am just starting my Education Policy and Leadership program this August. I am incredibly excited and nervous to start because I hope this is the path I'm meant to be on. I am eager to learn new things and expand my knowledge on what I already know. ... Read 5 reviews

American University ,

5 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says I am just starting my Education Policy and Leadership program this August. I am incredibly excited and nervous to start because I hope this is the path I'm meant to be on. I am eager to learn new... .

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Loyola University Chicago College of Arts and Sciences

Chicago, IL •

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Graduate Student: Loyola was such a great place to earn my M.Ed Higher Education degree. The faculty were so dedicated to our development and success. The two campuses were my homes away from home, and the staff were always a pleasure to work with. I miss my Loyola days for sure!!! ... Read 1 review

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CHICAGO, IL ,

Featured Review: Graduate Student says Loyola was such a great place to earn my M.Ed Higher Education degree. The faculty were so dedicated to our development and success. The two campuses were my homes away from home, and the staff... .

College of Education - Sam Houston State University

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Niagara University College of Education

Niagara University, NY •

Niagara University •

Niche User: The environment, the students, and the professors at Niagara University all create such a welcoming place especially to start as a freshmen in college. They have so many helpful resources, with many friendly faces around campus willing to help with anything you may need. Campus life was great too. Between the movie nights, concerts, and other activities they put on for students to participate in, you'll never get bored being at NU! ... Read 2 reviews

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NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, NY ,

Featured Review: Niche User says The environment, the students, and the professors at Niagara University all create such a welcoming place especially to start as a freshmen in college. They have so many helpful resources, with many... .

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Kansas City, MO •

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Endicott College

Beverly, MA •

• • Rating 4.47 out of 5   17 reviews

Doctoral Student: Everyone has been super helpful so far at Endicott! The people have been the best part! While reaching out via emails for information, or troubleshooting problems, everyone has been willing to help and extremely responsive. ... Read 17 reviews

BEVERLY, MA ,

17 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

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School of Education - American International College

Springfield, MA •

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Arizona State University - Online

Scottsdale, AZ •

• • Rating 4.73 out of 5   156 reviews

Master's Student: I am apart of the Crime Analyst MS program. I am constantly being challenged and introduced to new data skills. The best part of my program is being able to work a full time job and still having the ability to complete my degree on my own time. The due dates are acceptable and workable. The one thing I wish the school focused on was communication between students and teachers. I believe that I have had great relationships with my professors, and vice-versa. I think that the Professors should note that we also are working, and their office hours, or times available to answer questions are not easy to attend or be apart of. ... Read 156 reviews

SCOTTSDALE, AZ ,

156 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

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Teachers College at Columbia University

• • Rating 4.48 out of 5   100 reviews

Master's Student: Regarding my academic experience, I have been deeply engaged in my field, exploring various facets of education, both through rigorous coursework and hands-on research projects. Throughout my academic journey, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with esteemed professors, delve into thought-provoking discussions with peers, and immerse myself in cutting-edge research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge in my field. As for my program, it offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, preparing students like me to tackle real-world challenges with confidence and expertise. The program fosters a dynamic learning environment where intellectual curiosity is encouraged, and innovative thinking is celebrated. Additionally, the program provides ample opportunities for professional development, networking, and experiential learning, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped for success in their careers. ... Read 100 reviews

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Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs

Miami, FL •

Florida International University •

• • Rating 4.5 out of 5   10 reviews

Master's Student: I was just recently accepted to FIU for a masters program in Public Administration. I am looking forward to pursing this major at this institution. My overall experience with staff and current students and alumni have been amazing thus far and has really made me felt welcomed. ... Read 10 reviews

Florida International University ,

MIAMI, FL ,

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SIT Graduate Institute

Brattleboro, VT •

• • Rating 4.18 out of 5   40 reviews

Master's Student: The SIT Graduate experience has been fantastic. The administration guides you through the application and entrance procedures, making the experience easy and welcoming. The diversity in programs that SIT has is outstanding and experiential learning is the best way to learn ... Read 40 reviews

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Through this immersive program you will experience diverse cultures and educational systems as you develop the skills you need to build your career as a socially minded international educator.

At a Glance

For the program beginning fall 2024

Full-Time (Semesters 1 and 2); Part-Time (Semesters 3 and 4)

Application Deadline for U.S. & permanent residents

January 31, rolling thereafter until May 15

International students*

January 31, no rolling admission

Instructional Sites

United States*, Spain, Nepal

Critical Global Issue of Study

Education & Social Change

*International Students are required to secure an F-1 visa to attend the residencies.

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Please note that SIT will make every effort to maintain its programs as described. To respond to emergent situations, however, SIT may have to change or cancel programs.

WHY A MASTER'S IN INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION?

International educators work in formal and nonformal systems to promote students’ and participants’ learning. Experience diverse cultures and educational systems as you gain the necessary skills in intercultural communication, leadership, program design and implementation, evaluation, policy analysis, research, and educational practice to build a successful career as a socially minded international educator. Learn how to meet the challenges facing international educators through this immersive program.

In this global master’s program format, you will examine three richly diverse educational systems — in the United States, Spain, and Nepal — to attain professional expertise in comparative global studies; program and curricula development; research skills; and intercultural learning. You also will learn and practice conversational Spanish and Nepali through instruction tailored to your skill level.

Begin your program with one week of orientation in Washington, DC, where you will meet your cohort, attend an intensive seminar with the program chair, and visit leading international education associations to begin to understand the context in which international education issues and programs exist. After orientation, travel to Seville, capital of Andalucía and a vibrant mixture of history, culture, arts, and architecture. There you will study educational practice and policy in Spain and the European region; learn to conduct ethical research; learn about theories of education as they apply to today’s global context; and observe a variety of educational models.

During your second semester in Kathmandu, home to diverse religious and cultural communities as well as multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites, you will learn about local educational practice and policy as well as program design. You will also travel to Chitwan and Lumbini to learn about the nation’s history, environment, and rural culture.

Both semesters will feature weekly field trips to educational programs, nongovernmental associations, schools, labor unions, and government ministries to see how what is explored in the classroom is applied and experienced. Each semester also will feature a four-day excursion to another region so that you can continue to broaden your understanding of the field.

In your third and fourth semesters, you will undertake an independent practicum to gain on-the-job skills in a role and location of your choice. You will receive personalized guidance throughout in your Reflective Practice courses and will complete a capstone paper with original research to present during a virtual capstone seminar. Students are registered as part-time during these semesters, although many are engaged full-time in their work.

Designed for aspiring professionals, this unique master’s degree—one of SIT’s cornerstone offerings—will show you how to meet the immense challenges of the international educator, positioning you for rapid advancement in the field.

Read about SIT Graduate Institute alumni careers through the SIT blog and our Career Impact page. Students who have graduated with this degree work in careers such as the following, among others.

Exchange program manager

Study abroad advisor

Education consultant

University professor, assistant, or associate

U.S. embassy education specialist

Program designer

Youth leadership program administrator

Community educator

Admissions director

Country development officer

Refugee resettlement officer

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Washington, DC

Begin your program with one week in Washington, DC, where you will begin to get to know your classmates, the International Education program, and SIT through time with your cohort and visits to local educational associations. You also will begin your studies of intercultural communication, multicultural team management, and organizational leadership.

Seville, Spain

Study in Seville, capital of Andalucia, the largest autonomous community in the south of Spain and a city with impressive architecture that reflects the history of the multiple civilizations that lived and shaped the city. These include the Alcazar Palace and Gardens built during the Muslim rule and the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe, and the Archive of the Indies, a historical building with centuries of documentation of the relations between Spain and America.

Seville is a vibrant and modern city with art, culture, music, and universities hosting students from around the world who come to learn Spanish in one of the most beautiful cities in Spain.

You will continue your studies of communication, teamwork, and leadership, and learn about educational policy and practice in Spain and the European region through a four-day excursion. This semester also includes conversational Spanish classes.

Kathmandu, Nepal

Located 4,000 feet in the Himalayas, Kathmandu is a milieu of culture, religions, and peoples. Here you will gain a deeper understanding of international education in a country with a unique history and geography that also beckons to the international community due to that diversity, beauty, and culture. Study educational practice and policy, curriculum design, program design, implementation, and evaluation, and conversational Nepali.

Click here for a description of the SIT center in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Practicum in Location of Choice

Complete your two-semester practicum in any location around the world in which you can obtain legal authorization. During this time, students also take related courses online and receive individualized support from their advisers. (Please note that students hold part-time status during these two semesters.)

Capstone Presentation Online

At the conclusion of your program, you will participate in a week-long seminar with students from various SIT MA programs to share your research, learn about global issues as they connect to education, and celebrate the completion of your MA degree.

Please note that in order to take advantage of dynamic learning opportunities, program excursions may occasionally vary.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Articulate critical understanding of education systems around the world with emphases on social justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
• Demonstrate knowledge of influential theories in the international education field.
• Understand the perspectives, relationships, roles, and influences of the stakeholders in the international education field.
• Articulate how power, privilege, and oppression mediate educational practices around the world.
• Articulate how international education policy is developed and implemented at the institutional, local, state, regional, national, and international levels.
• Apply fundamental research skills including conceptualizing, designing, conducting, and presenting original research in the International Education field.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate international education programs (including proposal preparation, needs assessment, curriculum design, budgeting, human resource management, health and safety, crisis management, marketing, recruitment, and evaluation).
• Create and implement international education-related content through writing, facilitation, and public speaking.
• Promote equity, inclusion, diversity, and social justice in education.
• Uphold high ethical standards and critical reflexivity in all aspects of one’s professional work.
• Value reciprocity in knowledge- and skills-sharing.

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International education professionals are most effective when they understand the context, issues, skills, and possible paths forward in their field. SIT’s Global Master’s in International Education helps you learn the importance of intercultural partnerships and understanding necessary to facilitate quality international education programs through personal experience when you move to a new location, interact with partners and study their culture, history, and systems; and live with and learn from them.

This program requires completion of the Language and Culture Proficiency Requirement for graduation. Details can be found in the Catalog.

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• We value active togetherness, reciprocity, and respect as the essential ingredients for building a sustainable community .

• With open minds, empathy, and courage, we facilitate intercultural understanding and respect for the commonalities and differences between people.
• We champion social inclusion & justice in all that we are and all that we do, from ensuring our community and our programs amplify the voices, agency, and dignity of all people to deliberately instilling the principles and practices of inclusion in all of our work.
• We are committed to human and environmental well-being through sustainability and contributing to a better world for all living and future generations.

Semester One, Fall: Seville, Spain (13 credits + language study)

• Foundations in Intercultural Service, Leadership, and Management (3 credits): This course introduces students to intercultural communication, effective multicultural team management, and organizational leadership and change. The course begins with a one-week, face-to-face intensive seminar just after orientation and will continue on-line for an additional eight weeks.
• Theory and Practice in International Education (3 credits): This course introduces students to educational theories including neo-Marxist and conflict theories, communist theory, structural functionalism, human capital theory, post-colonialism, and feminist theory; why they are important; and how they are used to frame learning and work in the field. The course also explores advocacy and citizen/public diplomacy within the Spanish and U.S. contexts.
• Practitioner Inquiry (3 credits): This course introduces principles of qualitative research methods for ethical research and inquiry.
• Educational Practice and Policy in Spain (3 credits): This course explores the historical, social, political (post-conflict), and economic (neoliberal) contexts of Spanish education. It includes field trips to visit educational programs and associations.
• Reflective Practice 1 (1 credit): This course provides the academic frame for ongoing orientation, student learning plans, and reflections about their intercultural experiences/learning. In the summer term, the curriculum is focused on helping students identify and secure a practicum.
• Spanish: Students will take a placement test at the start of the program to determine the appropriate placement level for a conversational Spanish course. Note: Undergraduate credit does not count toward the master’s degree.

Semester Two, Spring: Kathmandu, Nepal (9 credits + language study, allows time for practicum research)

• Educational Practice & Policy in Nepal (3 credits): This course explores the historical, social, political, religious, and economic contexts of Nepali education. It includes field trips within Kathmandu to visit various educational programs and associations.
• IE Program Planning & Design (5 credits): This course walks students through the program development and implementation process. Topics include proposal writing, needs assessment and evaluation, curriculum development, student learning/development theory, internationalization, marketing and recruitment, logistics and staffing, budget preparation, risk assessment, health and safety, and crisis management.
• Reflective Practice 2 (1 credit): This course provides the academic frame for ongoing orientation, student learning plans, and reflections about their intercultural experiences/learning. In the summer term, the curriculum is focused on helping students identify and secure a practicum.
• Nepali: Students will take a placement test at the start of the program to determine the appropriate placement level for a conversational Nepali course. Note: Undergraduate credit does not count toward the master’s degree.

Semester Three, Summer: Practicum and Capstone Research in Location of Student’s Choice (9 Credits)

Reflective Practice includes:

• 12-week practicum (minimum of 25 hours/week = 345 contact hours)
• Learning Plan and 2 Reflective Practice Question essays (30 hours)
• Capstone proposal (20 hours)
• Human Subjects Review (HSR) application (10 hours)

Semester Four, Fall: Practicum and Capstone Research in Location of Student’s Choice; Capstone Seminar (7 Credits)

• Final segment of practicum (105 contact hours)
• Capstone paper (135 hours)
• Capstone seminar (virtual; 45 hours)

Professional Practicum

Pivotal to SIT Global Master’s in International Education is the practicum. This will allow you to apply learning from the classroom directly to real-world settings while getting hands-on, professional experience you can put to immediate use after you graduate.

To prepare for the third and fourth semesters, the program will support you in finding an approved, independent practicum while you complete your capstone paper.

You may elect to remain in Nepal, return to Spain, or complete your practicum in another location of your choice. A practicum may consist of up to 40 hours a week of work; however, the number of credits earned will not fluctuate.

During the practicum phase, you’ll remain engaged with faculty and other students and receive course credit for documenting the integration of your knowledge and skills while working in a professional context. The practicum experience also will give you the opportunity to expand your professional network.

Faculty & Staff

International education (full-time).

Accomodations

Students are responsible for finding their own accommodations (if not in a homestay). You will be supported by SIT staff in each location during the process and while abroad. Stay in an apartment (shared or private); a guesthouse (these are simple, inexpensive and quite clean, and may even include food). In Kathmandu only, you may ask to be placed with a homestay family where you will be immersed in local culture and customs. Please note that homestays are less expensive but also offer less independence. See more information about housing for this program.

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SIT’s Student Financial Services Office provides guidance on all aspects of funding your degree throughout the application process and during your degree program. Tuition costs vary by program and scholarships are available.

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You are here, international comparative education (ice).

The International Comparative Education (ICE) concentration is a multidisciplinary, international, cross-national program that places educational problems into a comparative framework.

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Master’s program.

This 12-month, full-time residential course of study combines an interdisciplinary overview of major issues in international and comparative education, development, and policy with specialized coursework in students’ areas of interest. The program’s two tracks—International Comparative Education (ICE) and International Education Policy Analysis (IEP)—focus on rigorous research, and culminate in a publishable-quality master’s paper. Flexibility and small cohort size are hallmarks of the program.

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Doctoral program

The concentration in International Comparative Education also offers a doctoral degree within the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Interdisciplinary Policy Studies in Education (SHIPS) academic area. Students have the option of pursuing a concurrent master’s degree and/or a PhD minor. For general information on the doctoral specialization in ICE, visit this PhD program page . For ICE doctoral program requirements, visit the Doctoral Degree Handbook . 

International Comparative Education at Stanford

ICE at Stanford affords students the opportunity to explore broadly, build community, and connect with career resources.

Why Stanford?

Stanford is known for its interdisciplinarity. Both the ICE PhD and ICE and IEPA MA programs allow students the flexibility to take courses outside of the GSE, depending on their interests and research goals. ICE students take courses at the business, law, and engineering schools, as well as in humanities and sciences. Access to top-notch faculty, and the rigor of Stanford academics are also reasons students choose ICE.

ICE students come from around the U.S. and the world. They bring a wide variety of perspectives and experiences, but share a passion for education and a desire to improve quality and accessibility for all learners. ICE students are curious, ambitious, and independent, while also enjoying the collaborative nature of small cohort learning. 

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After you graduate

Our graduates enjoy strong job placement opportunities, and go on to become leaders in a wide range of industries. As many as 30 percent of ICE and IEPA master’s graduates go on to pursue doctoral programs. Most PhD graduates pursue careers in academia. Stanford offers strong career support to students and alumni, both through GSE EdCareers and Stanford Career Education .  

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To learn more about the cost of the program and options for financial support, please visit Financing Your Master’s Degree on the admissions website.

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International Educational Development, MSEd

The M.S.Ed. in International Educational Development program (IEDP) prepares students with distinctive skills required to address social, political and economic concerns in the world's most marginalized communities through both academic coursework and hands-on experiences. Students draw on the program’s strong interdisciplinary foundations to develop expertise in areas such as: learning, curriculum and pedagogy, early childhood education, educational assessment, gender, human rights, language policy, literacy, migration, nonprofit management, poverty alleviation, public health, program evaluation, school climate, and technology for development. Graduates of the IEDP have an enhanced understanding of the interplay of local, national, and international politics, policies, and priorities in a world of rapid educational change, and are able to critically read and persuasively communicate evidence-based knowledge to a diverse set of stakeholders.

For more information: https://iedp.gse.upenn.edu/about

A total of 10 course units are required for the IEDP MSEd.

IEDP Capstone Portfolio

Students must prepare a professional, performance-based portfolio of works that demonstrate their mastery of IED research, theory, skills and practice. The portfolio must include a Policy Brief (prepared in the Master’s Proseminar in International Educational Development). 

Students should confer with their faculty advisor about the other requirements of the portfolio, but they may include: technical proposal; internship reports and assignments; and/or term or position papers; academic presentations.

IEDP Summer Field Internship

All eligible students may complete an approved 12 week, international internship in an education and development oriented organization (typically in the summer), where there are productive work opportunities, and where interns have the skills that match the position openings. Domestic placements may be considered for those who request them.

All IEDP-Masters students who have passed EDUC 6480, and EDUC 6482, and in good academic standing are eligible for an IEDP internship. Students should confer with their faculty advisor about eligibility review and internship placement.  Students will be registered for EDUC 9990 in the term of their internship if they are not enrolled in any other courses.

Both quantitative and qualitative courses prepare students in the practical and theoretical implications of collecting, interpreting, analyzing and presenting data on the human condition broadly (and education/learning in particular).

IEDP thematic courses build on and extend the foundation built in core courses around particular, specialized areas. These should be IEDP (or related) courses that prepare students for professional paths in international education. With faculty advisor approval, offerings from outside the program that achieve these aims may be considered.  

Candidates for the M.S.Ed. degree must demonstrate knowledge of the field of education beyond the area of specialization. Students must complete one approved graduate level (5000 and above) GSE course outside the student’s area of specialization, earning a grade of “B” or better. Students should confer with their faculty advisor for further guidance.

Electives must be graduate level (5000 and above) and taken for a letter grade. Students should draw on elective courses to reflect their emerging, self-identified specialization within the field. They may be based on: region of the world (e.g. South Asia or Latin America);  discipline, topic or issue (e.g. sociology, human rights or literacy); or practical application (e.g. curriculum design or non-profit leadership).   Electives should be determined in conference with a faculty advisor so they align with the Planned Program of Study. With faculty advisor approval, electives may potentially be taken in International Educational Development (IEDP), other programs in the Graduate School of Education or from graduate programs across the University of Pennsylvania. 

The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.

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The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Education Policies for Global Development (GLOBED) aims to set new standards as an international Master in the field of globalization, education and international development. The programme has been recently awarded an Erasmus+ grant by the European Commission for the third time, covering the years 2023-2029.

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Application extended: still accepting applications.

Prepare for a career as an educator working internationally. In this interdisciplinary master of arts program, you will learn how to design, implement, manage, and evaluate international education programs in a broad range of settings. You will also gain hands-on experience in an internship placement, either in the US or abroad.

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How to Apply

These instructions and requirements are for all applicants. If you are not a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States, please read the  special instructions for international applicants .

Your application will require the following items. The following are acceptable document types for uploads: .pdf, .jpeg, .jpg, .gif, .tiff, .png, .doc, .docx, and bitmap.

1. Prepare Your Application

You are required to upload a copy of your most recent résumé or curriculum vitae as part of your application.

INTS Short Answer Essays

You are required to respond to several essay prompts, in the  INTS Short Answer Essays  section of the application. Your response to each question should be no more than 400 words.

Letters of Recommendation

Submit  two  letters of recommendation. Be sure to request them well in advance of the deadline. Read  detailed instructions on submitting letters of recommendation .

Transcripts

Upload one official copy of transcripts from every postsecondary school you have attended or are attending. Make sure to request them in advance of the deadline.

If you completed or are completing a degree at an institution outside of the US or Canada, you are required to provide a WES or ECE evaluation. Please review our requirements for translation and a course-by-course evaluation of your transcripts.

See  detailed instructions on submitting transcripts .

Not required.

Proficiency in English

See  testing requirements .

Application

Start your application now

After you fill in and upload the required information, you can submit your completed application.  Your application must be completed, dated, electronically signed, and submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST of the stated deadline.

Application Fee

You will be prompted to pay a $75 application fee, payable by major credit card only. After submitting your payment, you will see your application status change from “saved” to “submitted.” Please print this screen for your records, as it confirms that your application has been successfully sent to our school. If you have problems submitting your payment, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions. Learn more about our  fee waiver policy .

Mailing Additional Items

If any application materials need to be mailed to our office, mail the materials to NYU Steinhardt, Office of Graduate Admissions, 82 Washington Square East, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10003-6680.  Please do not mail your materials in binders or folders. Any mailed materials must be  received by, not postmarked by, the stated deadline . Only completed applications will be considered and reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of mailed materials.

Application Policies

Application deadlines are "in-office" deadlines, not postmark deadlines.  It is your responsibility to ensure that all materials are in the Office of Graduate Admissions by the appropriate deadline, and we reserve the right to return any application that arrives after the deadline. Only completed applications will be considered. Should a deadline fall on a weekend, the in-office deadline will be the next business day. We advise you to apply early.

Please check the online system to confirm that you have successfully submitted your application.  Due to the volume of applications and related materials received, the Office of Graduate Admissions will only contact you if your application was successfully submitted and is deemed incomplete because of missing required materials. Otherwise, you will hear from us when the admissions committee has made its decision.

Deferral policy:  NYU Steinhardt does not allow deferrals. Applicants who wish to be considered for a future semester must reapply by submitting a new application with all supporting materials, including letters of recommendation, by the application deadline.

3. Receive Your Admission Decision

You will be notified about your decision by email. Typically, decisions will start going out in late November for Spring semester enrollment and in late March or early April for Summer or Fall enrollment. You may learn of your decision before or after this timeline.

Online Master of Arts in International Education Management

Advance intercultural learning and global exchange as a leader in international education with our flexible online degree.

Our online Master of Arts in International Education Management (IEM) is specifically designed for working professionals. You will deepen your real-world expertise and expand your professional networks, culminating in a semester-long research project or practicum working for an international education organization.

Find out if Online IEM is right for you

Interactive online learning.

Our interactive approach to online learning provides a high level of engagement with your faculty, career advisor, classmates, and alumni. You will join a supportive community and build a vast, experienced professional network while taking advantage of our flexible course scheduling.

Why Middlebury Institute: Shaping the international career you always wanted

When Natalie Spencer discovered the growing professional field of international education, she looked to the Middlebury Institute to give her the specific skill set those employers valued.

My name is Natalie Spencer. I graduated from the International Education Management program. And I’m currently the program officer for recruitment and selection on the Critical Language Scholarship Program here at American Councils for International Education.

The Critical Language Scholarship Program is a study abroad program for U.S. students funded by the U.S. Department of State.

We send about 550 students abroad each summer to learn languages that are critical to national security, to U.S. economic prosperity and are really helping to build national competitiveness for American students to go out and be competitive in a more globalized workforce.

“So there’s talking points in this presentation from last year I realized.”

I think, like many students who studied abroad during undergraduate and also had other experiences overseas, I was really interested in trying to find a way to make a career out of that. So I started looking into what skills that might take and I realized that it really is a professionalized field that did need a special skillset and that the Middlebury Institute was a way for me to get that.

The International Education Management program and I think a lot of the programs at the Middlebury Institute are really focused on connecting theory to practice. It was really about getting to know the field, understanding the work and coming out with those solid skills that employers would see as valuable. And two days before I graduated, I applied for a job and was hired.

“It’s not just about diversity numbers. It’s not just about statistics for the organization. It is about providing access and being inclusive.”

The field of international education was pretty unknown to me when I decided to go to the Middlebury Institute.

All I knew is that I saw a job posting for a study abroad advisor. I read it, and it was the first time that I really connected with the job description.

We live in a globalized world, and I think the power of international education goes beyond students, goes beyond administrators. It really does have that capacity to change the world. Now I’m in this field and doing what I never knew I always wanted to do.

Advance Your Career

Growing market.

The international education job market is rapidly growing after the pandemic. Employers are actively hiring and contacting us to recruit our students and alumni. The online IEM program gives you the option to work while you earn your master’s degree and save on relocation costs.

Career and Academic Advising

We integrate your career and academic advising , making sure your coursework aligns with your career goals. The same advisor will guide you from course registration to preparing for interviews and negotiating new career opportunities.

Thesis or Practicum

You will conduct original research for a required thesis on an international education topic of your choosing. Alternatively, you may gain professional experience through the practicum, working with study abroad programs, colleges and universities, youth exchange programs, ESL or language programs, and government agencies around the world.

Many students leverage the thesis or practicum for career advancement.

The IEM program has a particular focus on community building. Our faculty, staff, and alumni are actively involved in mentoring current students and helping you develop as a leader.

Our graduates find meaningful careers in education abroad, international student and scholar services, language programs, citizen diplomacy programs, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and more. See how they are thriving in their careers .

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Practical Experience

Throughout your studies at the Middlebury Institute, you will work closely with professors and international education organizations on real-world consulting projects, including marketing, recruiting, program design, and assessment.

Intercultural Competence

Bridging cultural barriers is key to a successful career in international education, so you will take content intercultural competence  courses.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Our faculty engage in critical anti-racist pedagogy in action and work toward interrogating and communicating our community values and beliefs. Through intentional course design, policy examination, and engaging the wider campus community to commit to equitable policies and actions beyond the classroom, we amplify voices that have been historically marginalized or excluded. Learn more about DEI efforts  at the Middlebury Institute.

Sustainability

As the field of international education faces the rise of online instruction and the challenges of travel-dependent programs, we prepare you to manage sustainability in new ways. We integrate environmental justice with DEI efforts. We address global concerns such as the carbon footprint of international programs as well as financial sustainability, community sustainability, and personal sustainability. You will learn to responsibly leverage all of your resources—including technology, partnerships, funding, personnel, and personal—to adapt and evolve for the future, thinking globally and acting locally.

International Opportunities

The program offers immersive learning opportunities to help you gain deeper perspectives of international education outside of the U.S. and to practice language and intercultural skills. In the past, our students have taken courses in countries including Spain, France, Rwanda, and Cuba. These international opportunities vary from year to year and are available to online students.

Explore your curriculum .

Customize Your Degree

Our flexible curriculum gives you opportunities to customize your degree:

• integrate Peace Corps service into your program
• thesis or professional practicum

Check out the program details for all of your options.

Faculty: Professors and Practitioners

Our faculty combine academic expertise with years of professional experience and a genuine commitment to your success. They are actively engaged in major international organizations, including NAFSA, the Forum on Education Abroad, Diversity Abroad, and the Comparative and International Education Society. Meet our faculty .

Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition for all of our online programs is $850/credit.

• Tuition rates are subject to change each year.
• Starting in fall 2024, the online IEM degree is 36 credits so your total tuition cost for this master’s program will be approximately $31,000.

We have designed this program to allow you to continue working as you earn your online master’s. Your asynchronous courses allow you to engage each lesson on your own schedule. You may also be able to take advantage of education loans and employer tuition benefits.

Review tuition costs .

How to Apply

We take a holistic approach when considering your application, looking at your academic and professional background, international and multicultural experience, and career goals. We welcome applicants with or without experience working in education, and our program has numerous opportunities for you to gain or expand your professional experience before you graduate.

We do not require GRE or GMAT scores for our master’s programs, but competitive scores may strengthen your application and positively influence scholarship decisions. Learn how to apply .

Featured News

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Global Course Takes Peace Corps Volunteer Back to Her Post

April 11, 2024 | by Nadia Pshonyak

A group of students, faculty, and staff recently travelled to Kosovo and North Macedonia as a part of the Nationalism and the Formation of New States in the Balkans global course. This year’s iteration of the trip was held over spring break and was led by Dr. Anne Campbell and Dr. Phil Murphy, two MIIS faculty members with ties to the region, as well as two students who had served as Peace Corps volunteers in North Macedonia. 

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From Thailand to California to Indonesia, Students Are Making a Difference Around the World

February 8, 2024 | by Nadia Pshonyak

This semester more than eighty Middlebury Institute students are participating in our distinguished semester-long experiential learning and practicum courses. Students are working around the globe with organizations making a positive impact in various fields while continuing their studies here at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies.

Winter Commencement Culminates a Journey That Has Forged Lasting Bonds

December 18, 2023 | by Jason Warburg

Family, friends, faculty and staff gathered on a sunny Saturday to celebrate the achievements of 42 graduates from eight homelands at the Institute’s Winter 2023 Commencement ceremony.

Our graduates find international careers in multiple fields, including study abroad, ESL and intensive language programs, international student services, and government programs, such as Fulbright and Education USA.

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Master of Education in International Education – Online

The master's degree in International Education program provides students with the opportunity to study the role of education in the context of Asia, Africa, Latin America, and other developing areas. The program provides opportunities to focus on formal or non-formal education, community education, teacher education, adult literacy and learning theories, gender issues in development, social theories of education, comparative education, cultural issues in education, and education in crisis and conflict contexts. Students can also choose to focus on issues of formal education and development. Courses and co-curricular activities also bring an international dimension to education in the United States.

Our world needs educators who are trained in critical reflection and dedicated to improving equitable outcomes for students and their communities around the globe. Students in the International Education program are expected to become aware of social justice issues in education and to understand participatory and popular education approaches to education.

Related offerings

Students interested in our Master of Education in International Education – Online may also be interested in these other offerings.

• PhD in International Education

Application information & deadlines

Please consult the program .

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M.s.ed in international and comparative education (online asynchronous), international and comparative education, m.s.ed. in international and comparative education (online).

This asynchronous online master's program is designed to develop budding scholars’ and practitioners’ abilities to research and understand the relationship between education and the economic, social, political, and cultural developments that shape national and regional systems of schooling. Issues of access, opportunity, and equity provide a common focus in the program.

Professionals can take this degree to broaden their intellectual outlook and develop important analytic and research skills. Other students can take this degree as a first step toward a Ph.D. program. Depending on course availability, the concentration requirement provides the ability to specialize in practical areas like higher education administration or educational leadership; or in thematic areas like literacy and language education, development studies, or public policy.

In addition, students may receive credit for relevant international travel and study as well as research and practicum experiences tailored to students’ individual circumstances and learning needs. The degree requires 30 hours of coursework.

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The Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.

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• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00
• Personal statement
• Two letters of recommendation
• GRE scores are required only if applicant does not have a degree from an accredited U.S. institution
• Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score or minimum 115 Duolingo score (international students only)

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• M.S.Ed. in International and Comparative Education (Online) Requirements

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International Educational Development MA

Master of arts in international educational development.

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Master of Arts

• Points/Credits: 32
• Entry Terms: Fall Only

Application Deadlines

• Spring: N/A
• Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
• Summer/Fall (Final): April 1

* The final deadline for this program has been extended to May 1, 2024*

Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments

• Online Degree Application , including Statement of Purpose and Resume
• Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
• Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
• $75 Application Fee
• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
• Video essay required (included in online application)

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International Educational Development (IED – code: INTL)

Check the Course Planning sheet in the Student Handbook for the most recent degree requirements.

Coursework (at least 32 graduate level credits).

M.A. coursework falls into four broad areas:

Area 1: Core Courses (12 credits)

ITSF 4580 International Comparative Education & Development Studies (Part 1) 

ITSF 4581 International Comparative Education & Development Studies (Part 2) 

Two Research Methods Courses (Not Limited to ITS Methods Classes)

Area 2: Cluster-related courses (at least 9 credits)

Courses counting towards the cluster must be faculty advisor- approved.

Students considering a change in cluster must discuss the change with the faculty advisor.

Area 3: Transcultural/Area Studies (at least 5 credits)

Courses must come from at least two of the following categories: topics, research methods, professional skills, internship/practicum.

Area 4: TC Electives (at least 6 credits)

To fulfill the TC breadth requirement, M.A. students must take at 6 points of courses that are at TC but outside of the International and Comparative Education Program.

Courses offered by other programs within the ITS Department (anthropology) can also count as TC breadth electives if they are outside of the student’s concentration.

Integrative Project (IP)

Completion of an IP is required for the M.A. degree. Please see the Guidelines for Master’s Integrative Project (IP) in the handbook.

Students should consult with the faculty advisor about the IP at least one semester before the intended graduation date. After the IP topic has been approved, the IP Advisors are available to guide students through the completion of the IP.

Students who are working on the IP but are not registered for any other classes may register for IND 4000 (Masters Candidate).

Full-time students may complete the M.A. degree within one academic year (fall semester, spring semester, and summer session).

In order to graduate, students need to review their coursework on Degree Audit (accessed through myTC portal) and have it approved by their faculty advisor. Once the IP is completed, the student's faculty advisor must approve it through Degree Audit. Students may contact the Registrar for specific deadlines. Students must submit a soft and hard copy of the IP to be filed in the International and Comparative Education Program office (374 GDH). Students will complete a release form indicating whether or not they grant permission for the IP to be viewed by other students.

For more information, review the full International and Comparative Education Student Handbook here .

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Program Director : Garnett Russell, Associate Professor of International & Comparative Education

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Contact Person: Michelle Guo, Program Assistant

Phone: 212-678-3184 Fax: 212-678-8237

Email: iceinfo@tc.columbia.edu

Master of Education Concentration in International Teaching

Note: Offered only through the international programs of the C. Louis Cedrone International Education Center. This program is only offered to teachers living and working abroad. It does not have any attachments such as licensure.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Robert Freyermuth

Program Advisors: Dr. Robert Freyermuth and Dr. Marguerite Mahler

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in International Teaching presents a unique opportunity for educators living and working abroad to advance both academically and professionally while working in overseas assignments. The program is designed to provide a quality education to English-speaking teachers in Central America, South America, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. Courses are provided in a condensed format supported by prior readings, and culminate in a final project.

Program Requirements

This program consists of a total of nine (9) courses as eight (8) core and one (1) elective. As a culminating experience, each matriculated student in the International Teaching program will be required to complete a portfolio to be turned in at the end of the student’s final course and submitted to the C. Louis Cedrone International Education Center at Framingham State University.

Required Courses (8):

• EDUC 921 Supervision, Staff Development, and Collaborative Leadership
• EDUC 926 Issues and Influences in Education
• EDUC 932 Creative Teaching Techniques and Utilization of Multimedia
• EDUC 999 Research and Evaluation
• EDUC 925 Curriculum: Theory and Practice
• LTRC 920 Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction
• SPED 924 Special Education in the Regular Classroom
• TESL 928 English as a Second Language and Cross-Cultural Awareness

Elective Course (1):

The elective course is determined by the program coordinator and reflects local interest and needs. Possible electives are listed below. Additional choices may be available.

• EDLE 927 Advanced Teaching Strategies
• EDUC 991 Philosophy of Education and Teaching Practice
• EDUC 998 Language Development and Communication
• LTRC 926 Teaching the Writing Process
• SPED 960 Assessment of Learning Problems
• SPEC 963 Behavior and Classroom Management

Portfolio Requirement for a Master’s Degree in the International Education Programs

As a culminating experience, each matriculated student, in the International Education Program (IEP) and Framingham State University is required to complete a portfolio to be submitted at the end of the final course and sent to the IEP office at Framingham State University. 

The portfolio includes an introductory page plus ten typed pages one for each course and an overall summary composed of the following parts:

• An introductory page of one or two paragraphs that gives a brief biographical sketch about you as a student and professional educator.
• For each course, a summary of an assignment, project or course experience that was especially meaningful to you.  A self-reflective statement that discusses how each course contributes to your ability to become a more effective educator and lifelong learner.  This part should also discuss how you plan to apply what you learned from this course.
• At the conclusion of all course work, the student should prepare a summary statement that describes how the overall program has contributed to you professionally as an educator and a lifelong learner.

The portfolio is reviewed by a faculty committee of The International Education Program to determine if it has met the requirements stated above and will receive a Pass/Fail grade. It will be filed in the C. Louis Cedrone International Education Center at Framingham State University.  Students should submit the portfolio within thirty days after their final course.  The degree will not be granted until the portfolio has been graded and approved.

Admission Requirements

• The applicant must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• The applicant must have a minimum undergraduate minimum grade point average of 2.80 on a 4.00 scale.

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Master in Public Administration in International Development

Join the next generation of global development leaders in this two-year, economics-centered program

Key Program Information

Program Length: Two years (varies for students pursuing joint or concurrent degrees)

Degree Awarded: Master in Public Administration in International Development

Admission Application Deadline: December 2024

Financial Aid Application Deadline: January 2025

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Be a leader in global development

The Master in Public Administration in International Development Program combines rigorous training in economics and quantitative methods with an emphasis on policy and practice.

The Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) Program offers unparalleled training for a professional career in development. The mix of theoretical rigor with practical approaches has proven to be a powerful combination. Our graduates hold influential policy, advocacy, and management positions at international organizations, national governments, non-governmental organizations, and private sector companies.

The right fit

The MPA/ID Program may be the right fit for you if you:

• Demonstrate commitment to solving the economic, social, or political problems facing low-income communities, regions, or nations 
• Work in the development field, whether in government, nonprofits, central or regional banks, international development institutions, research organizations, or the private sector
• Want to deepen and broaden your understanding of development problems and acquire the analytical tools and global perspectives to design and implement effective solutions

“The MPA/ID Program expanded my perspectives and equipped me with a set of analytical tools to make the impact I seek to have in the world.” — Jiawen Tang MPA/ID 2021

About the MPA/ID Program

Training for development practitioners.

The MPA/ID Program is a rigorous, economics-centered program designed to train the next generation of practitioners and leaders in the field of global development.

Within a multidisciplinary core curriculum,  you will take advanced economics and quantitative methods sequences  with an emphasis on key policy applications to development. You will also complete core courses in economic development, politics, political philosophy, and management—integrated with the theory and practice of development.

In your second year, you’ll choose from elective options at HKS, at the other graduate schools at Harvard—such as  Business ,  Design ,  Education ,  Law , and  Public Health  as well as the  Faculty of Arts and Sciences —and at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Core Curriculum

• Advanced Microeconomics ( API-109 ,  API-110 )
• Advanced Macroeconomics  ( API-119 ,  API-120 )
• Advanced Statistics and Econometrics ( API-209 ,  API-210 )
• Economic Development: Theory and Evidence ( DEV-101 ,  DEV-102 )
• Applications and Cases in International Development ( DEV-401 )
• The Politics of Development ( DPI-410 )
• Political Philosophy for Development ( DPI-411 )
• Getting Things Done: Management in a Development Context ( MLD-102 )
• Second Year Policy Analysis Seminar ( DEV-250 )

You will gain professional expertise through the case workshop and speaker series, a required summer internship , and an integrative capstone paper .

Second Year Policy Analysis : Using Your Toolkit 

The Second Year Policy Analysis (SYPA) serves as the capstone experience for the MPA/ID Program. You will choose a current development issue of interest to you; select your faculty advisor; and draw on the tools of economics, management, and political analysis to define the problem, analyze the evidence, develop alternatives, and provide specific policy recommendations for a concrete development problem.

Summer Internships : Out of the classroom, into the field

During the summer between your first and second year, you will engage in a development project, typically in a low- to middle-income country other than your own. This field experience allows you to apply the skills you’ve acquired during your first year and explore a new organization, substantive area of interest, or part of the world.

STEM Eligibility

The MPA/ID Program is a designated STEM-eligible program (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Students with F-1 visas may apply to work in the United States for two additional years  beyond the standard 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT)  following graduation.

Degree Requirements

The MPA/ID Program consists of four semesters of full-time coursework in residence at HKS. The coursework includes the core curriculum, a minimum of six electives (24 credits), a development-related internship, and the Second-Year Policy Analysis.

To graduate, you must:

• Matriculate as a full-time, in-residence student and take 12-24 credits per semester
• Earn at least 76 credits, which must include the required courses, SYPA, and electives
• Finish with a GPA of B or better
• Earn a B- or higher in all required MPA/ID courses

Combined Degrees

You might consider  pursuing a second degree jointly or concurrently  if you’re interested in how the world’s challenges can be addressed at the intersection of international development and business, law, medicine, design, or other fields.

Pursuing a joint or concurrent degree reduces coursework and residency requirements and makes it possible to earn two degrees in a shorter amount of time.

Joint Degrees

As an MPA/ID student, you can pursue a  joint degree —either an MBA at  Harvard Business School  or a JD at  Harvard Law School —that involves carefully crafted and integrated coursework.

Concurrent Degrees

You can pursue a concurrent degree in business, law, medicine, design, or another field—as long as it is:

• A professional degree (for example, an MBA, MD, or JD; not a PhD or an academic master’s degree)
• At least a two-year program
• Completed at a partner school

The concurrent degree program allows you to pursue degrees at HKS and at a partner school; however, the coursework is not as closely integrated as the joint degree program. As a concurrent degree student, you are responsible for weaving together the two halves of your learning experience.

Faculty & Research

Where ideas meet practice.

Our faculty members are changing the ways in which poverty and underdevelopment are analyzed and approached.

MPA/ID faculty members are scholars  and  practitioners working with governments, international organizations, and NGOs. They are  diagnosing economic woes and helping develop cures , bringing  real-world development and political experience  to bear on complex challenges, and helping people  escape poverty  by understanding what hinders development progress.

MPA/ID Faculty Research

Why taxes are vital to development

Economist Anders Jensen has long been intrigued by differences in state capacity and the role of public finance in building and boosting capacity. 

Looking at the world through a wider lens

The thread running through Professor of Public Policy Eliana La Ferrara’s work is an unwillingness to limit herself to traditional microeconomic models.

Diagnosing economic woes and helping develop cures

Professor Ricardo Hausmann’s Growth Lab is training students and practitioners to develop prescriptions for economic growth.

Bringing real-world experience to bear

Juan Jimenez MPA/ID 2010 has returned to HKS to share valuable wisdom gained from high-level development policy positions in the government of the Dominican Republic.

MPA/ID Core Faculty Members

Dani Rodrik

MPA/ID Faculty Chair; Ford Foundation Professor of International Political Economy

Matthew Andrews

Edward S. Mason Senior Lecturer in International Development

Arthur Applbaum

Adams Professor of Political Leadership and Democratic Values

Luis Armona

Assistant Professor of Public Policy

Jeffrey Frankel

James W. Harpel Professor of Capital Formation and Growth

Jeffrey Cheah Professor of South-East Asia Studies

Ricardo Hausmann

Rafik Hariri Professor of the Practice of International Political Economy

Anders Jensen

Associate Professor of Public Policy

Juan Jimenez

Lecturer in Public Policy

Asim Khwaja

Director, Center for International Development;  Sumitomo-FASID Professor of International Finance and Development

Eliana La Ferrara

Professor of Public Policy

Senior Lecturer in Public Policy

Celestin Monga

Adjunct Professor of Public Policy

Gautam Nair

Carmen Reinhart

Minos A. Zombanakis Professor of the International Financial System

Federico Sturzenegger

Our alumni do development differently

Around the world, MPA/ID graduates are in pivotal roles, leading development.

Inside governments and traditional development organizations, and outside the box in startups and social enterprises, MPA/IDs are changing the way development is done.

Our graduates hold influential policy and management positions in a wide range of international organizations, national governments, central and regional banks, nonprofit and research organizations, and private sector companies. 

Where do MPA/ID graduates work?

Learn more about how MPA/ID alumni are shaping development.

Dalia Al Kadi MPA/ID 2011

Dalia Al Kadi MPA/ID 2011 is a Senior Economist in the Macroeconomics, Trade and Investment Global Practice at the World Bank in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining the World Bank, Dalia worked as a Project Manager at the Abu Dhabi General Secretariat of the Executive Council.

Abdulhamid Haidar MPA/ID 2021

Abdulhamid Haidar MPA/ID 2021 is the founder of  Darsel , a non-profit aimed at bridging the digital divide. In Haidar’s words, “The [MPA/ID] curriculum, faculty, and incredible student community all played an integral role in Darsel’s development and its positive impact on education in developing countries.”

Katherine Koh MPA/ID-MBA 2008

Katherine Koh MPA/ID-MBA 2008 is the Principal Investment Officer and Global Climate Lead for Infrastructure at the International Finance Corporation (IFC).  In  Putting Climate at the Heart of IFC Infrastructure Business , she describes “the transition to a low-carbon and resilient global economy—and the need for climate-smart infrastructure solutions—(as) among the most urgent and important issues of our time.”

Johannes Lohmann MPA/ID 2017

Johannes Lohmann MPA/ID 2017 is an Executive Director at Pollination.  Johannes advises a range of public and private sector clients on their transition to net zero, and on decarbonization and nature positive strategies. Previously, Johannes worked as Head of Work and Financial Behaviour at the Behavioural Insights Team, advising public and private sector partners on topics such as green jobs and sustainable pensions.

He “Charlie” Tian MPA/ID 2015

He “Charlie” Tian MPA/ID 2015 is a Senior Professional/Project Team Leader at New Development Bank in the Project Sector Department. He joined the New Development Bank a few weeks after its establishment in 2015. Since then, he has worked on projects in renewable energy, green transportation, and social infrastructure, totaling $5 billion of the Bank’s investments.

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Featured MPA/ID stories

A mission to develop equality.

Economist Ganchimeg Ganpurev MPA/ID 2021 was moved to shift her focus by the startling inequality she saw in her homeland.

Complementing economics with soft skills

Isidro Guardarucci MPA/ID 2018 adds soft skills to his economics toolkit.

Delving deeper into development

A desire for more grounding in economic theory led Zainab Raji MPA/ID 2022 to  the HKS/HBS joint degree program.

“Every day is an opportunity to weave together economic theory and development practice using the insights from my professors and classmates’ own professional and personal experiences.”

Miguel ventura mpa/id 2024 (philippines), applying to the mpa/id program, what we look for, career focus.

Most students admitted to the MPA/ID Program have at least two years of development-related work experience in government, nonprofits, central or regional banks, international development institutions, research organizations, or private businesses. Usually at least some of the work has been in developing countries.

Quantitative Analysis

We also look for applicants who are interested in applying quantitative analysis and economics to development policy design.

Prerequisites

To apply to the MPA/ID Program, y ou must have:

• A bachelor’s degree with a solid academic record, including strong grades in economics and mathematics courses
• Completion of at least one university-level course each in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and calculus through multivariable calculus (usually part of a three-course college sequence). Applicants may satisfy some of these prerequisites after submitting an application as long as they are completed before the program starts. Statistics and linear algebra courses are desirable, but not required. 

How to Apply

A complete application to the MPA/ID Program includes: 

• Online application
• Three letters of recommendation
• GRE or GMAT required; in general, you are most competitive for admission if your quantitative section score is 160 or above on the GRE, or 48 or above on the GMAT.
• Non-native English speakers who did not earn an undergraduate degree conducted in English must submit TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge English exam results. We recommend an overall TOEFL score of at least 100 on the iBT or an overall band score of 7 on the IELTS.
• Academic transcripts
• $100 application fee or waiver

Read more about how to apply .

The application for the 2025-2026 academic year will be available in September 2024. There is one admission application deadline and one start date for each degree program per year. You may apply to only one master’s degree program per admissions cycle. 

Tuition & Fees

The cost of attendance for the 2024-2025 academic year is outlined in  Funding Your Master’s Education  to help you plan financially for our master’s degree programs. Living expense costs are based on residence in Cambridge. The 2025-2026 academic year rates will be published in March 2025. HKS tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. 

Financing your education is a partnership—we are here to help guide you. You are strongly encouraged to explore all funding opportunities .

Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program

The MPA/ID Program is a  participating program  of the  Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program  (JJ/WBGSP). The scholarship provides tuition, a monthly living stipend, round-trip airfare, health insurance, and travel allowance. The JJ/WBGSP is open to citizens of certain  developing countries  with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries’ development efforts.

Learn more about the HKS community

Center for international development (cid).

CID is the intellectual home of MPA/ID students and faculty members. It seeks to advance the understanding of development challenges and offer viable solutions to problems of global poverty.  Learn more from its director, Professor Asim Khwaja , and read about the work and perspectives of those in the CID community.

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Is a University Degree Worth It?

Understanding the Numbers When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors — like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.

A university degree can prepare you for entry-level roles, a new career or help you advance in your current field. The potential to earn a higher salary and lower unemployment rates are just a couple of reasons why pursuing a degree is worth it, according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics ( BLS ).*

Other  benefits of a college degree include:

• A broader range of job prospects
• Expansion of your professional network
• Personal growth

Depending on your goals, completing a degree could mean earning an associate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree:

• Associate degrees typically require 60 credits of coursework, or the equivalent of 20 college courses. They can take up to two years to complete, although some students can finish more quickly. Find out if an associate degree is worth it .
• Bachelor’s degrees require 120 credits of coursework and can take up to four years to complete. Explore the benefits of a bachelor's degree .
• Master's degrees are graduate-level degrees that help you build advanced expertise in your industry or prepare you for a new career. They typically take two years to complete, but the timeframe varies depending on the number of credits in your program and the number of classes you take each term. Determine whether you should get a master's degree .
• Doctoral or professional degrees signal your expert knowledge in a field and can include the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or the Doctor of Education (MEd). Is a doctorate degree worth it? Consider your personal and professional goals .

Thanks to the flexibility provided by the different types of programs and degree options available, you can often balance work and personal responsibilities with your coursework.

Even if it's been years since you've learned in a classroom setting, your education can often be tailored to your schedule and needs , said Olivia Casey, MEd , admission lead at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).

"I speak with adult learners coming back to school after being out of the classroom for a long time, and their biggest fear is they can't do it," she said. "But you can. Education is for everyone: there's no right or wrong time to start a degree."

Can You Earn More Money With a Degree?

No matter what degree you complete, the data shows it still pays to advance your education. A degree resulted in higher median weekly salaries for workers in 2023, BLS reports:

• Those with associate degrees earned a median of $1,058 per week, or 17.7% more than high school graduates who earned just $899 weekly.*
• Individuals with bachelor’s degrees earned a median weekly salary of $1,493, while those with master’s degrees earned $1,737.*
• Holders of doctorates or professional degrees enjoyed weekly median salaries of $2,109 and $2,206, respectively.*

It's important to remember that these numbers represent an average and could vary widely depending on your job, field, employer, major, geographic location and degree type.

A University Degree Pays Off in Personal Satisfaction

His organization aims to serve as a “resource broker” for veterans seeking assistance. He credited his university experience for giving him the tools to bring his dream to life and set an example for others in his community.

“A lot of young kids look up to me, and I try to counsel as many people as I can, encourage them to be a better person," Williams said. "Hopefully, I can get an opportunity to motivate more people through my actions and the things I've learned through the program.”

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Does a degree still have value to employers.

While some companies are dropping or loosening their degree requirements in favor of skill-based hiring, a recent study from Harvard Business School and The Burning Glass Institute have found that employers haven't changed their actual hiring behavior ( PDF Source ).

A report from Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce also projects that, by 2031, 72% of jobs in the country will require a degree or some sort of post-secondary training. Of those jobs, 29% will require some college or an associate degree and 42% will require a bachelor’s degree or higher.

A university degree is worth it because it shows employers that you have the technical skills and the “ soft skills ” needed to be successful in your role. According to a recent LinkedIn study , some of the skills employers most often look for in candidates include problem-solving skills, the ability to learn new things, analytical skills and the ability to communicate clearly.

If you’re concerned about future employment, BLS data shows that having a degree decreased the risk of unemployment for people in 2023.*

Workers with an associate degree had a 2.7% unemployment rate, those with a bachelor’s degree had a 2.2% unemployment rate and those with a master’s degree had a 2% unemployment rate, according to BLS.* Those with only a high school diploma had a 3.9% unemployment rate, BLS reported.*

What Degrees are Employers Looking For?

Employers are looking for candidates with degrees and majors that will prepare them to apply their critical thinking and technical skills on the job. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , in 2022, the top five most common degree fields were:

• Business management and administration
• General business

While engineering, computer science and other STEM degrees didn't make the top five majors list in 2022, the National Center for Education Statistics in 2021 reported that 5% and 3% of college degrees were awarded in these majors, respectively.

Some of today’s most in-demand jobs can be found in these sectors, and earning a degree can make you attractive to employers.

In 2023, STEM workers earned a median annual salary of $101,650, according to BLS.* Some roles, such as information security analyst, which typically require a bachelor’s degree in computer science , are expected to grow a whopping 32% within the next decade, BLS reported.* Computer and information systems managers, who also typically hold bachelor’s degrees, earned a median salary of $169,510 in 2023, according to BLS.*

Healthcare 

Depending upon your major and degree, you can prepare yourself for roles such as health information technologist, registered nurse or nurse practitioner. In 2023, according to BLS, health information technologists, who typically enter the field with an associate degree, earned $62,990 , whereas registered nurses earned an average median salary of $86,070 .*

Business and Management

Individuals working as bookkeeping , accounting and auditing clerks, who typically enter the field with an associate degree, made a median annual salary of $47,440 in 2023, BLS reports.* Administrative and facilities managers, who typically enter the field with bachelor’s degrees, earned an average median salary of $104,900 , according to BLS.*

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree  can further position you for management roles in several areas of business, including human resources, information systems marketing and operations, to name a few. According to a 2023 report, employers that took part in a survey administered by the Graduate Management Admission Council projected 2023 starting salaries for MBAs to be a median of $125,000, compared to $75,000 for those with bachelor’s degrees ( GMAC PDF source ).*

Regardless of your degree or field of study, you'll acquire valuable skills that will enhance your appeal to potential employers.

It's Never Too Late to Pursue Your Degree

Just a few months into the program, she secured an HR generalist job at a small manufacturing company and began working with her supervisor to grow into a future management position . Woodard credited the university's accessibility team  and advisors for regularly checking in with her on her progress, which helped her reach the finish line.

"I wish I could've done it earlier, but I don't regret any steps I did or didn't take," Woodard said. "Timing is different for everyone, so if you're thinking about going back to school, do it when it's right for you."

Education Sparks Future Growth

In her admission role, Casey helps adult students from various backgrounds determine their goals, evaluate program options and plan their schedules. Many students have shared with her the impact earning a degree has had on their lives — beyond landing a new job or earning more money. Some said their degrees helped them become more confident, communicate better or solve tough problems they couldn't tackle before. Others said college changed the lives of the people around them.

"When we hear education changes lives, we often latch on to the job or income part," she said. "But education changes your life in every facet you can think of."

Determining whether a university degree is worth it depends on your career goals, personal situation and future aspirations. While completing a degree requires work, the long-term benefits are worthwhile for many.

*Cited job growth projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth. Actual salaries and/or earning potential may be the result of a combination of factors including, but not limited to: years of experience, industry of employment, geographic location, and worker skill.

Krysten Godfrey Maddocks ’11G is a writer who covers K-12 and higher education topics, including policy and the role of digital technology in education. She spent almost a decade working in various marketing roles at an educational assessment company before launching a strategic marketing company. Maddocks earned a master's degree in marketing from Southern New Hampshire University and a bachelor's degree in English/ journalism from the University of New Hampshire. Connect with her on LinkedIn .

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25 Best Colleges for International Business – 2024

April 24, 2024

Undergraduates who aim to one day work for multinational corporations will benefit from the specialized curriculum of an international business program. Learning the economic systems of other countries, cultural differences in foreign organizations, and global marketing are all of vital importance but what will really set your college experience apart are factors such as internship opportunities, receiving instruction from global business leaders, study abroad experiences, and making connections through a strong alumni network. The schools on our list of the Best Colleges for International Business check every one of those boxes, whether you choose to study at a small liberal arts college like Dickinson or a university with one of the largest enrollment figures in the country, like UT Austin.

Finally, note that although some of the colleges featured below do not offer a formal major in international business, their undergraduate offerings in this subject area are so strong that they warrant inclusion on our list.

Methodology 

Click here to read our methodology for the Best Colleges for International Business.

Salary Information

Want to know how much money graduates of the best international business colleges make when they begin their careers? For each college listed (and hundreds of additional schools), you can view the starting salaries for international business majors .

Best Colleges for International Business

Here’s a quick preview of the first ten international business institutions that made our list. Detailed profiles and stats can be found when you scroll below.

1) Georgetown University

2) University of Southern California

3) New York University

4) University of California, Berkeley

5) Northeastern University

6) George Washington University

7) University of Texas at Austin

8) University of South Carolina

9) Dickinson College

10) Fordham University

All of the schools profiled below have stellar reputations in the area of international business and commit substantial resources to undergraduate education. For each of the best international business colleges, College Transitions will provide you with—when available—the university’s:

• Cost of Attendance
• Acceptance Rate
• Median  SAT
• Median  ACT
• Retention Rate
• Graduation Rate

We will also include a longer write-up of each college’s:

• Academic Highlights – Includes facts like student-to-faculty ratio, average class size, number of majors offered, and most popular majors.
• Professional Outcomes – Includes info on the rate of positive outcomes, companies employing alumni, and graduate school acceptances.

Georgetown University

• Washington, D.C.

Academic Highlights: The student-faculty ratio is 11:1, and 60% of classes enroll fewer than 20 students. While some classes are a bit larger, only 7% cross the 50-student threshold. Those desiring to join the world of politics or diplomacy are in the right place. The Government and International Affairs programs are among the best in the country. The greatest number of degrees are conferred in the social sciences (38%) followed by business (20%), interdisciplinary studies (8%), and biology (7%).

Professional Outcomes: Within six months of graduating, 75% of members of the Class of 2022 entered the workforce, 19% went directly into a graduate or professional program of study, and 3% were still seeking employment. The Class of 2022 sent massive numbers of graduates to a number of major corporations including JPMorgan Chase (22), Citi (21), BOA (18), Morgan Stanley (16), and EY (10). Those attending grad school stay at Georgetown or flock to other elite schools like Columbia and Harvard.

• Enrollment: 7,900
• Cost of Attendance: $85,000
• Median SAT: 1500
• Median ACT: 34
• Acceptance Rate: 12%
• Retention Rate: 97%
• Graduation Rate: 96%

University of Southern California

• Los Angeles, CA

Academic Highlights : There are 140 undergraduate majors and minors within the Dornsife College of Arts & Sciences alone, the university’s oldest and largest school. The Marshall School of Business, Viterbi School of Engineering, and programs in communication, the cinematic arts, and the performing arts are highly acclaimed. Popular areas of study are business (22%), social sciences (11%), visual and performing arts (11%), communications/journalism (9%), and engineering (8%). Most courses enroll 10-19 students, and USC does an excellent job facilitating undergraduate research opportunities.

Professional Outcomes: 96% of undergrads experience positive postgraduation outcomes within six months of earning their degree. The top five industries entered were finance, consulting, advertising, software development, and engineering; the median salary across all majors is an astounding $79k. Presently, between 300 and 1,500 alumni are employed at each of Google, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, KPMG, Goldman Sachs, and Meta. Graduate/professional schools enrolling the greatest number of 2022 USC grads include NYU, Georgetown, Harvard, Stanford, Pepperdine, and UCLA.

• Enrollment: 20,699 (undergraduate); 28,246 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $90,921
• Median SAT: 1510
• Graduation Rate: 93%

New York University

• New York, NY

Academic Highlights: NYU is divided into a number of smaller (but still quite large) colleges organized by discipline; in sum, there are 230 areas of undergraduate study across nine schools and colleges. For its size, a commendable 58% of classes have an enrollment under 20 students. While all schools within NYU have solid reputations, Stern holds the distinction as one of the top undergraduate business programs in the country. For those entering film, dance, drama, or other performing arts, Tisch is as prestigious a place as you can find to study.

Professional Outcomes: Within six months of exiting, 94% of Class of 2022 grads had landed at their next destination, with 78% employed and 21% in graduate school. The top industries for employment were healthcare (11%), internet and software (9%), finance (8%), and entertainment (8%). Large numbers of alumni can be found at Google, Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, IBM, JP Morgan Chase, Citi, and Amazon. The mean starting salary is $75,336. In 2022, business, arts and sciences, and law school were the most popular grad school destinations.

• Enrollment: 29,401 (undergraduate); 29,711 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $90,222-$96,172
• Median SAT: 1520
• Retention Rate: 95%
• Graduation Rate: 87%

University of California, Berkeley

• Berkeley, CA

Academic Highlights: More than 150 undergraduate majors and minors are available across six schools: the College of Letters and Science, the College of Chemistry, the College of Engineering, the College of Environmental Design, the College of Natural Resources, and the Haas School of Business. Many departments have top international reputations including computer science, engineering, chemistry, English, psychology, and economics. 22% of sections contain nine or fewer students, and over 55% of students assist faculty with a research project or complete a research methods course.

Professional Outcomes: Upon graduating, 49% of Cal’s Class of 2022 had already secured employment, and 20% were headed to graduate school. Business is the most popular sector, attracting 62% of employed grads; next up are industrial (17%), education (8%), and nonprofit work (7%). The median starting salary was $86,459 across all majors. Thousands of alumni can be found in the offices of Google, Apple, and Meta, and 500+ Golden Bears are currently employed by Oracle, Amazon, and Microsoft. The school is the number one all-time producer of Peace Corps volunteers.

• Enrollment: 32,831 (undergraduate); 12,914 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $48,574 (in-state); $82,774 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: Test Blind
• Median ACT: Test Blind
• Acceptance Rate: 11%
• Retention Rate: 96%
• Graduation Rate: 94%

Northeastern University

Academic Highlights: Northeastern offers 290 majors and 180 combined majors within nine colleges and programs. Experiential learning is had by virtually all graduates, thanks to the school’s illustrious and robust co-op program. The D’Amore-McKim School of Business is a top-ranked school and offers one of the best international business programs anywhere, and both the College of Engineering and College of Computer Science are highly respected as well. Criminal justice, architecture, and nursing are three other majors that rate near the top nationally.

Professional Outcomes: Nine months after leaving Northeastern, 97% of students have landed at their next employment or graduate school destination. Huskies entering the job market are quickly rounded up by the likes of State Street, Fidelity Investments, IBM, and Amazon, all of whom employ 500+ Northeastern alums. Between 200 and 500 employees at Wayfair, Google, Amazon, Oracle, IBM, and Apple have an NU lineage. Starting salaries are above average (55% make more than $60k), in part due to the stellar co-op program.

• Enrollment: 20,980 (undergraduate); 15,826 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $86,821
• Acceptance Rate: 7%
• Graduation Rate: 91%

George Washington University

Academic Highlights: GW undergraduates choose from 75+ majors spread across nine colleges. The school’s 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio translates to a mix of small, medium, and large undergraduate sections. Twelve percent of courses have single-digit enrollments, 10% have over 50 students, and the majority fall in the 10 to 29 range. The social sciences (31%) are the area in which the greatest number of degrees are awarded followed by health professions (17%), business (15%), biology (5%), and computer science (5%).

Professional Outcomes: Within six months of leaving GW, 96% of the Class of 2022 had found their way to gainful employment or graduate school while 4% were still job hunting. Of the 68% of grads already in the workplace, 68% were in a for-profit industry, 25% had entered a nonprofit position, and 8% were working in government. A healthy 27% of those earning their diplomas in 2022 immediately turned their attention to earning an advanced degree. Among that group were 76% seeking master’s degrees, 11% entering law school, 5% pursuing a medical degree, and 3% entering a doctoral program.

• Enrollment: 11,482
• Cost of Attendance: $85,740
• Median SAT: 1410
• Median ACT: 32
• Acceptance Rate: 49%
• Retention Rate: 90%
• Graduation Rate: 85%

The University of Texas at Austin

Academic Highlights: UT Austin offers over 150 majors, including those at the Cockrell School of Engineering, one of the most heralded undergraduate engineering schools around, and The McCombs School of Business, which dominates in the specialty areas of accounting and marketing. The computer science department is also top-ranked. In terms of degrees conferred, engineering is tied with biology (12%) followed by communication (11%), business (11%), and the social sciences (8%). The elite Plan II Honors Program is one of the best in the country.

Professional Outcomes: Within the College of Liberal Arts, six months after graduating, 68% of Longhorns are employed and 24% have entered graduate school. The for-profit sector attracts 65% of those employed while 19% enter public sector employment and 16% pursue jobs at a nonprofit. Major corporations that employ more than 500 UT Austin grads include Google, Meta, Oracle, Microsoft, IBM, and Apple. Engineering majors took home a median income of $79k and business majors took home $70k.

• Enrollment: 41,309 (undergraduate); 11,075 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $30,752-$34,174 (in-state); $61,180-$69,310 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: 1430
• Acceptance Rate: 31%
• Graduation Rate: 88%

University of South Carolina

• Columbia, SC

Academic Highlights: UofSC is a massive enterprise, with 16 colleges/schools within the larger university. Even so, 70% of all sections contain 29 or fewer students. 32% of students take the opportunity to earn a degree in the business/marketing realm from the superb Darla Moore School of Business. The international business program is also top-ranked. Other popular disciplines include health services (11%), biology (10%), engineering (6%), and communication and journalism (6%).  The South Carolina Honors College is extremely hard to get into and is one of the finest in the entire country.

Professional Outcomes: 79% of recent grads landed at their next destination within six months with an average starting salary of over $55,000. Within the School of Business, 87% of 2023 grads were employed within three months and the average starting salary was $69k. Top employers of recent classes included KPMG, IBM, Aramark, Bank of America, Vanguard, PwC, and Marriot. The majority of those continuing their studies in a graduate/professional degree program did so at the University of South Carolina; other popular landing spots are Duke and Wake Forest.

• Enrollment: 27,343 (undergraduate); 8,310 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $38,696 (in-state); $60,942 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: 1280
• Median ACT: 29
• Acceptance Rate: 64%
• Graduation Rate: 78%

Dickinson College

• Carlisle, PA

Academic Highlights: As students immerse themselves in one of 46 areas of concentration, Dickinson supports them with a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and average class size of fifteen, with 78% of classes being capped at 19 students. By discipline, the greatest number of degrees are conferred in the social sciences (27%), biology (12%), business (10%), psychology (7%), and foreign languages (5%). The college’s foreign language program, which features 13 offerings—including Arabic, Hebrew, and Portuguese—is recognized as one of the top programs in the country.

Professional Outcomes: One year after graduating, 95% of Dickinson grads have found jobs or full-time volunteer work, or have enrolled in graduate school. Companies employing more than 25 Dickinson alumni include Deloitte, IBM, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Merck, EY, PNC, PwC, Google, and Amazon. It’s interesting that more alumni can be found in New York City than in Pennsylvania. Within five years of receiving their diplomas, 55-60% of recent grads have entered or finished graduate school.

• Enrollment: 2,125
• Cost of Attendance: $86,151
• Median SAT: 1355
• Median ACT: 30
• Acceptance Rate: 35%
• Retention Rate: 89%
• Graduation Rate: 84%

Fordham University

Academic Highlights: The university offers more than seventy majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. Fordham’s 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio leads to an average class size of 23 students. Some classes will be on the smaller side as 52% of sections contain nineteen or fewer students. Gabelli is a top-rated business program with standout programs in international business and finance and serves as a pipeline to many large firms. Other popular areas of study include communications (10%), visual and performing arts (7%), psychology (6%), and biology (5%).

Professional Outcomes: Class of 2022 graduates found employment, graduate school, or other meaningful activities at a 96% clip within six months of receiving their degrees. Nearly two-thirds of this group landed employment and enjoyed an average salary of $70,000. Significant numbers of 2022 grads found homes at major companies including PwC (36), Ernst & Young (29), KMPG (24), Morgan Stanley (22), and Deloitte (21). The greatest number of recent graduates pursuing an advanced degree landed at Fordham, NYU, and Columbia.

• Enrollment: 10,098
• Cost of Attendance: $85,067
• Median SAT: 1400
• Acceptance Rate: 54%
• Retention Rate: 88%
• Graduation Rate: 83%

University of Georgia

Academic Highlights: UGA boasts seventeen distinct colleges and schools that offer 125+ majors. Business is the most commonly conferred undergrad degree, accounting for 29% of diplomas earned. It is followed by biology (10%), social sciences (8%), communication & journalism (8%), and psychology (7%). Top-ranked programs include animal science, business, communications, and public and international affairs. 49% of sections enroll fewer than 20 students, and no matter your major, UGA encourages you to conduct research with a member of the school’s faculty.

Professional Outcomes: 96% of the Class of 2022 was employed or continuing their education six months after graduation. Popular employers include Accenture, PricewaterhouseCoopers, the Walt Disney Company, and Deloitte. Salaries vary between colleges; engineering grads had a median starting salary of $65k while journalism and communication grads reported a $50k median. In 2022, 24% of graduates enrolled directly into a graduate/professional degree program, with the most commonly attended schools including Columbia, Duke, Emory, Georgia Tech, Penn, and UVA.

• Enrollment: 30,714 (undergraduate); 9,893 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $28,142 (in-state); $48,538 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: 1310
• Acceptance Rate: 43%
• Retention Rate: 94%

University of Maryland, College Park

• College Park, MD

Academic Highlights: Undergraduates can select from 100+ majors across twelve colleges. 18% of degrees are conferred in computer science, followed by the social sciences (13%), with  criminology, government and politics, and economics being the most popular majors.  Engineering (13%), business (11%), and biology (8%) are next in line. The School of Business, the School of Engineering, and the College of Journalism are all top-ranked, as are programs in computer science and criminology. 46% of sections enroll fewer than twenty students.

Professional Outcomes: Within six months of graduating, 96% of Class of 2022 grads had positive outcomes. 67% found employment; the companies/organizations that hired the greatest number of grads included Northrop Grumman, Deloitte, Amazon, and EY. Meta, Apple, and Google employ more than 200 alumni each.  The mid-50% salary range for 2022 grads was $55k-$83k. 21% of the Class of 2022 headed directly to graduate and professional school; 11% entered doctoral programs, 5% entered medical school, and 5% entered law school.

• Enrollment: 30,353 (undergraduate); 10,439 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $31,540 (in-state); $60,918 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: 1440
• Median ACT: 33
• Acceptance Rate: 84%
• Graduation Rate: 89%

Tulane University

• New Orleans, LA

Academic Highlights: Tulane offers 75 majors within five colleges, with the A.B. Freeman School of Business and programs in architecture, biology, and neuroscience enjoying strong national reputations. The most degrees are conferred in business/marketing (22%), the social sciences (20%), psychology (9%), biology (8%), and health professions (8%). The average class size is 21 students and a solid 21% of courses have single-digit enrollments, providing a seminar-style environment. The majority of undergraduate courses are taught by full-time professors.

Professional Outcomes: Over three-fifths of Tulane grads find employment within six months of graduation. The most popular occupations were financial analyst, management analyst, marketing specialist, and postsecondary teacher. Significant numbers of alumni can be found working in the Louisiana-based Ochsner Health System or at corporations such as Shell, EY, Google, PwC, IBM, Morgan Stanley, Deloitte, and Accenture. 35% of grads eventually enroll in graduate or professional school—the most common destinations are Tulane itself, Louisiana State University, Boston University, and Johns Hopkins University.

• Enrollment: 7,295 (undergraduate); 4,990 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $86,000
• Median SAT: 1450
• Acceptance Rate: 15%

Villanova University

• Villanova, PA

Academic Highlights: Students can choose one of 55+ programs within four schools: the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the Villanova School of Business, the College of Engineering, and the College of Nursing. The university sports a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and offers average undergraduate classes of twenty-three students. Business is the most popular major (30%) followed by the social sciences (13%), engineering (12%), and nursing (10%). Villanova’s business, accounting, and engineering programs are among the school’s top-rated programs.

Professional Outcomes: Within six months of graduating, Class of 2022 graduates had a placement rate of 99% with 74% entering the workforce and 21% matriculating into graduate or professional school. The most popular employers are Vanguard, Verizon, PwC, JPMorgan Chase, Merck, Comcast, EY, Deloitte, and Morgan Stanley. The average starting salary was $71,363. Recent grads went on to study at graduate institutions like Dartmouth, Stanford, Notre Dame, Harvard, Tufts, Columbia, and Penn.

• Enrollment: 6,989 (undergraduate); 3,394 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $85,316
• Acceptance Rate: 23%

University of Wisconsin – Madison

• Madison, WI

Academic Highlights: There are 230+ undergraduate majors offered across eight schools and colleges, including the top-ranked School of Business and College of Engineering as well as the College of Letters and Science, the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and the Schools of Nursing, Education, Pharmacy, and Human Ecology. Undergrads can expect a mix of large and small classes, with 44% of sections enrolling fewer than 20 students. Business (18%), biology (12%), the social sciences (11%), and engineering (10%) are most popular.

Professional Outcomes: In a recent year, 46% of job-seeking grads graduated with an offer.  Top employers included UW-Madison, Epic, Kohl’s, Oracle, Deloitte, and UW Health. Across all graduating years, companies employing 250+ alumni include Google, Target, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, PwC, Accenture, and Meta. 28% of recent grads enrolled directly in graduate/professional school; the majority stayed at UW–Madison while others headed to Columbia, Northwestern, and Carnegie Mellon. The university is the top producer of Peace Corps volunteers.

• Enrollment: 37,230 (undergraduate); 12,656 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $28,916 (in-state); $58,912 (out-of-state)

Denison College

• Granville, OH

Academic Highlights: Boasting a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, face time with your professors is never hard to come by. In fact, 67% of sections contain fewer than 20 students and all students have the opportunity to engage in undergraduate research. The greatest number of degrees are conferred in the social sciences (21%), business (9%), biology (9%), and communication (9%). You won’t find business or engineering among the most popular majors for a very solid reason—the school doesn’t offer them.

Professional Outcomes: After graduating 99% of alumni are currently employed or in graduate school. Ninety-two percent of grads achieve this successful result within six months of leaving the university. More than 25 alums have held jobs at companies such as JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, UBS, PNC, Deloitte, Wells Fargo, IBM, and Microsoft. Within five years of receiving their bachelor’s degree, over three-fifths of Denison alumni have already earned an advanced degree or are presently in a graduate program.

• Enrollment: 2,330
• Cost of Attendance: $83,400
• Median SAT: 1370
• Median ACT: 31
• Acceptance Rate: 22%

Bucknell University

• Lewisburg, PA

Academic Highlights: Over 60 majors and 70 minors are on tap across three undergraduate schools: the College of Arts & Sciences, Freeman College of Management, and the College of Engineering. Getting well-acquainted with your professors is easy with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio, and class sizes are reasonably small. The greatest number of degrees are conferred in the areas of the social sciences (26%), engineering (14%), business (14%), biology (11%), and psychology (9%).

Professional Outcomes: Nine months after graduation, 94% of the Class of 2022 had launched their careers or entered graduate school. Financial services is the most common sector for Bucknell grads to enter, attracting 24% of alumni. Across all disciplines, the average salary for a Class of 2022 grad was $69,540. Bucknell saw 18% of 2022 grads go directly into an advanced degree program. Bison alumni heading to graduate school predominantly pursue degrees in the medical field, social sciences, business, or engineering.

• Enrollment: 3,747
• Cost of Attendance: $80,890
• Median SAT: 1380
• Acceptance Rate: 33%
• Retention Rate: 91%

University of Denver

Academic Highlights : There are 200 total degree programs at the University of Denver, with small class sizes being the norm as 55% of sections contain no more than 19 students, and 80% enroll a maximum of 29 individuals. The Daniels College of Business is highly respected by employers and attracts the greatest number of undergraduates. 32% of the degrees conferred in 2022 were in business/marketing, 16% were in the social sciences, 9% in biology, 9% in psychology, 8% in communication/journalism, and 7% in the visual and performing arts.

Professional Outcomes: 90% of 2022 Pioneer grads successfully entered the world of employment or graduate school within six months of earning their bachelor’s degree. 59% were employed full-time with a mean starting salary of $62k. Top employers included KPMG, Brown Brothers Harriman, Lockheed Martin, Epic, and Oracle. Other corporations employing 70 or more DU alums include CenturyLink, Charles Schwab, Comcast, Deloitte, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. 27% of 2022 graduates elected to continue their education in a graduate program.

• Enrollment: 6,160 (undergraduate); 7,583 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $80,614
• Acceptance Rate: 78%
• Graduation Rate: 77%

University of Minnesota–Twin Cities

• Minneapolis, MN

Academic Highlights: There are 150 majors available across eight freshman-admitting undergraduate colleges. 65% of class sections enroll 29 or fewer students. The most commonly conferred degrees are in biology (13%), business & marketing (11%), engineering (10%), the social sciences (10%), computer science (9%), and psychology (8%). The College of Science and Engineering and the Carlson School of Management have strong national reputations, and the chemistry, economics, psychology, and political science departments are also well-regarded.

Professional Outcomes: The top seven companies snatching up the largest number of recent grads are all companies headquartered in the state of Minnesota: Medtronic, Target, 3M, United Health Group, US Bank, and Cargill. Google, Apple, and Meta all employ hundreds of Twin Cities alumni. The mean starting salary for recent grads was $50k. With 130 graduate programs in science, art, engineering, agriculture, medicine, and the humanities, the University of Minnesota retains many of its graduates as they pursue their next degrees.

• Enrollment: 39,248 (undergraduate); 15,707 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $33,032-$35,632 (in-state); $54,446-$57,046
• Acceptance Rate: 75%

The Ohio State University — Columbus

• Columbus, OH

Academic Highlights: There are 200+ undergraduate majors and 18 schools and colleges housed within OSU. Business sees the greatest percentage of degrees conferred at 18% followed by engineering (15%), health professions (10%), and the social sciences (9%). It makes sense that so many flock to the business and engineering schools as they are among the highest-rated undergraduate programs in their respective disciplines. 40% of sections enroll fewer than 20 students, and approximately 20% of students gain research experience.

Professional Outcomes: Upon receiving their diplomas, 56% of Class of 2022 graduates were entering the world of employment while 17% were already accepted into graduate or professional school.  Hordes of Buckeyes can be found at many of the nation’s leading companies. More than 2,000 alumni work for JPMorgan Chase, more than 1,000 are employed by Amazon, and more than 600 work for Google and Microsoft. Of the grads who directly matriculate into graduate or professional school, many continue in one of OSU’s own programs.

• Enrollment: 45,728 (undergraduate); 14,318 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $27,241 (in-state); $52,747 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: 1340-1450
• Median ACT: 29-32
• Acceptance Rate: 53%

Pepperdine University

Academic Highlights: Pepperdine offers 46 majors and 47 minors with the most commonly conferred degrees being in business/marketing (29%), communication/journalism (17%), general social sciences (11%), psychology (8%), and parks and recreation (7%). Only 2% pursue degrees in religion, but its influence is interwoven into the academic experience. The Graziadio Business School has a strong reputation, as does the Communication Division. The average class contains 19 students, and 23% of courses contain fewer than 10.

Professional Outcomes: 86% of the Class of 2022 landed at their next destination within six months, with 63% employed full-time, 18% admitted to graduate school, and 1% in a full-time service or military role. Of those employed, 87% were in the for-profit sector, 12% were with nonprofit/government entities, and 1% were pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. Disney, Morgan Stanley, Northrop Grumman, and Wells Fargo have hired the most recent grads. Other companies employing fifty or more alumni include Kaiser Permanente, Apple, Google, and Amazon.

• Enrollment: 3,682 (undergraduate); 6,368 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $93,578
• Median SAT: 1390

University of Miami

• Coral Gables, FL

Academic Highlights : Over 100 undergrad programs are offered across nine schools, with the greatest number of degrees conferred in business/marketing (21%), health professions (13%), biology (11%), the social sciences (9%), communication (9%), and engineering (8%). The Miami Business School and the College of Engineering enjoy solid national reputations, and programs in music, marine science, communications, and architecture are also highly ranked. 52% of all course sections contain fewer than 20 students.

Professional Outcomes: Within six months of graduating, 98% of the Class of 2022 had positive outcomes, with 64% employed full-time and 34% in graduate school. Companies employing 2022 grads included Deloitte, Citrix, NBCUniversal, Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Citi, and Morgan Stanley. Across all majors, the median starting salary was an impressive $63k. 100+ Canes also can be found in the offices of Google, IBM, PwC, Apple, and Microsoft. The most frequently attended graduate school is typically Miami itself.

• Enrollment: 12,883 (undergraduate); 6,710 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $93,146
• Acceptance Rate: 19%
• Retention Rate: 92%

University of San Diego

• San Diego, CA

Academic Highlights: Undergraduates can choose from a variety of majors and minors across four schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Knauss School of Business, the School of Leadership and Education Sciences, and the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering. Business and accounting receive the most acclaim at USD; 38% of degrees conferred fall under the business umbrella. The next most popular fields are biology (13%), social sciences (10%), engineering (10%), and psychology (8%). 99% of courses at USD contain 39 or fewer students, and 43% enroll fewer than 20 students.

Professional Outcomes: Six months after being handed their diplomas, 90% of recent USD graduates had found their next destination. 65% were employed at a diverse range of employers such as PwC, The Walt Disney Company, the San Diego Padres, NBC Universal, and Tesla. Nearly 25% entered the world of sales, marketing, finance, or accounting. The median starting salary was a healthy $65k. Of the 23% of recent grads who immediately pursued an advanced degree, 36% were studying business, 16% were in engineering programs, and another 17% were in health programs.

• Enrollment: 5,669 (undergraduate); 3,146 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $80,632

San Diego State University

Academic Highlights: SDSU has nearly 160 undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. Classes tend to be on the large side—28% of course sections enroll more than 40 students, and only 31% of sections contain fewer than 20 students. Business/marketing accounts for 21% of the degrees conferred, making it the school’s most popular area of study. Next in line are engineering (9%), psychology (8%), and the social sciences (7%). Engineering and computer science majors tend to fare quite well in the booming local tech and startup scene.

Professional Outcomes: At the time of receiving their degrees, roughly 75% of newly minted SDSU graduates already have their next phase of life planned. 34% of recent grads had secured full-time employment, 21% were engaged in military service/volunteer work/part-time employment, and 17% were entering graduate or professional school. Qualcomm is the largest employer of Aztec alumni, and it is followed by Apple, Amazon, Google, and a number of other Silicon Valley-based tech companies.

• Enrollment: 31,724 (undergraduate); 4,913 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $34,072 (in-state); $46,952 (out-of-state)
• Acceptance Rate: 39%

Florida International University

Academic Highlights: Florida International offers 120 undergraduate degree programs across eight different colleges, from business, engineering, and architecture to hospitality & tourism management. The international business program is especially well-regarded and nationally ranked. Popularity-wise, the most degrees are conferred in business/management/marketing (24%), psychology (13%), multi/interdisciplinary studies (10%), biological sciences (7%), and the social sciences (7%). 37% of classes enroll fewer than 20 students.

Professional Outcomes: Those who graduated in 2024 had largely positive outcomes, with 62% employed, 12% pursuing a volunteer activity, 6% taking additional coursework, and 2% joining the military. Across all majors over the past five years, the most alumni have go on to work in the following sectors: operations, education, healthcare services, sales, administrative, business development, and community and social services. Top employers include Florida International University, Baptist Health, Miami-Dade Public Schools, Amazon, and Apple.

• Enrollment: 44,045 (undergraduate); 10,040 (graduate)
• Cost of Attendance: $26,016 (in-state); $38,414 (out-of-state)
• Median SAT: 1150
• Median ACT: 23
• Acceptance Rate: 59%
• Graduation Rate: 70%

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This dual degree programme is designed to equip aspiring policymakers with the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills essential for navigating the complexities of the present-day global landscape.

Individuals with an undergraduate degree in any discipline are eligible to apply, along with academic performance and English language proficiency. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2024.

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The MA in public policy and international relations is a two-year, dual degree programme that allows students to earn two postgraduate degrees from two institutions. The curriculum, crafted by TISS Hyderabad and Macquarie University experts, provides a comprehensive understanding of policy frameworks, institutional dynamics, and international geopolitics, claims the press release.

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TISS Hyderabad will hosts the first year of the programme. A blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, they will develop the expertise to analyse policy frameworks, assess their impacts, and devise innovative solutions to pressing societal challenges, mentioned the release.

The second year, to be hosted at Macquarie University in Sydney, will focus on the complexities of international relations in the rapidly evolving global context. Students will gain invaluable insights into global processes, regional dynamics, and the role of international organizations, preparing them to engage meaningfully with global affairs. On successful completion of the programme, graduates will receive dual MA degrees in public policy and international relations.

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