International Relations Degree

The international relations program at Colgate University prepares students for careers in Foreign Service, civil service positions in the state department, the military, congress, the United Nations, other government agencies, and the private sector as a consultant. The program focuses on international politics and institutions and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Program courses include: international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, national security and strategic studies, international law and organization, and they theory and practice of diplomacy. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer international relations degrees.

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Colgate University

320 North Goodman St, Rochester, NY

Colgate University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Hamilton, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Colgate University is nearly 2,900 annually.

Areas of study available at Colgate University include but are not limited to:

• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• History
• Psychology
• Philosophy And Religious Studies

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to Colgate University. Scores within the range of 30 - 32 on the ACT or 1880 - 2170 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of acceptance. Admission to this school is considered highly competitive, with only 30 percent of students who applied on average being admitted.

Tuition is approximately $47,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,700 each year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Colgate University "Raiders" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.colgate.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the International Relations Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Colgate University offers a bachelor's degree program in international relations.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Political Scientists

Description

Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, political scientists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.3% from 2014 to 2024

Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).