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International Studies

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Pursue International Studies at Fordham

About the international studies major

At Fordham, you’ll have the unrivaled opportunity to major in international studies in New York City—home to global businesses, world-class museums, government agencies, and the United Nations.

Our curriculum is rooted in service for others. With hands-on experiences and partnerships with organizations across the city, you’ll be able to use your knowledge to work toward solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges, from alleviating poverty to protecting human rights.

Our graduates go on to …

  • law school and Capitol Hill
  • public interest advocacy groups
  • high-impact careers in global business, diplomacy, and public service

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International studies program profile

  • Rose Hill CampusMajor
    Rose Hill
  • Lincoln Center CampusMajor
    Lincoln Center

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Making an impact worldwide

Marta Granados Hernandez works on the floor of the UN as part of the Permanent Mission to Malta.

Building a Global Career                    

Marta Granados Hernández leveraged her internship opportunities at the UN and EU to build a global humanitarian career. Learn how her classes and hands-on experience prepared her for high-stakes international policy work.

Ian Muir Smith

Cultivating a Fair Future                    

Ian Muir Smith is tackling the global climate crisis through a unique lens. Discover how his experiences abroad led to a vital role at the United Nations.

Anjali Dayal speaks at the UN

When the UN Is Your Classroom                    

For Professor Anjali K. Dayal’s students, opportunities like attending a special briefing from a deputy ambassador at a foreign embassy are part of the classroom experience.

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International Studies program FAQ

  • Here, you’ll learn by doing. With hands-on opportunities in one of the world’s most international cities, you’ll gain the skills and experiences employers seek. And in addition to the big-city energy of New York, you’ll have a tight-knit, supportive campus community, eager for you to thrive.

  • Beyond fundamental courses in politics, economics, and the environmental, historic, and sociological dynamics that drive modern life, you’ll be able to specialize in issues related to a specific region or dive into challenges that cross borders. 

    You might focus on sustainability in courses like Environmental Ethics and Climate Change and Culture, or take a broader, multinational approach with courses like The World of Democracy and Globalization and Migration.

  • With New York City as your college town, you’ll have access to some of the biggest names in international business, law, and politics. Students have interned at places like the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and the United Nations. You’ll also have the opportunity to study abroad in one of our 100+ programs across more than 50 countries.

  • You’ll be prepared for careers in global business, policy, diplomacy, journalism, and public service, to name a few. Our graduates go on to earn prestigious fellowships, including Fulbright awards, and work at places like the United Nations and the U.S. Department of State.

  • At Fordham, you’ll use AI as a tool to enhance your learning. As an international studies major, you could even conduct research into how AI has affected world governments and elections, preparing you for careers in AI policy, strategy, and safety.

    You’ll also be able to earn credentials and paid micro-internships through IBM SkillsBuild’s Getting Started with AI course. All Fordham students and graduates have access to AI training through RamConnect, the University’s alumni and experiential learning platform.

    Above all, you’ll learn skills that can’t be replaced by AI, such as critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

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