International Relations Degree

The international relations program at University of Miami 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 Florida colleges that offer international relations degrees.

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University of Miami (MDC)

300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL

UM provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Coral Gables, Florida and operated as a private institution. Approximately sixteen thousand students are enrolled annually at UM.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Miami offers:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to UM. Scores within the range of 28 - 32 on the ACT or 1830 - 2090 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of admission. Approximately 40% of all students that applied were admitted at UM, with 20% of those accepted choosing to attend.  A full range of admissions information can be obtained by calling the school or by simply requesting information from this page.

The cost of tuition is approximately $44,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $7,400. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The UM Hurricanes participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Diving (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at www.miami.edu.

Students Enrolled in the International Relations Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Miami has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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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).