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International Relations Degree
The international relations program at Fairfield 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 Connecticut colleges that offer international relations degrees.
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Fairfield University (Eastern)
83 Windham St, Willimantic, CT
Fairfield University is a nonprofit private university that has many programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Fairfield, Connecticut, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately 5,200 students enroll at Fairfield University per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Fairfield University offers:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- English Language And Literature
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. This school has an acceptance rate of about 72 percent of which only 15 percent chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $45,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $8,200. Fairfield University may offer financial aid for students who qualify by way of grants and loans.
The Fairfield University Stags participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division I-AAA)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://fairfield.edu/.
Students Enrolled in the International Relations Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fairfield University offers a bachelor's degree program in international relations.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 3 |
Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
Hispanic | 2 |
White | 6 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the International Relations program at Fairfield University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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 (
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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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Fairfield University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Fairfield University may offer services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Fairfield University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball