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International Relations Degree
The international relations program at University of Scranton 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer international relations degrees.
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University of Scranton
101 Technology Dr, Frackville, PA
University of Scranton provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Scranton, PA and operated as a private institution. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately six thousand students are enrolled per year at University of Scranton.
Areas of study available at University of Scranton include but are not limited to:
- Education
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by the admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to this school have an SAT score between 1030 to 1210, or an ACT composite score within the range of 22 to 26. 72% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 16 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $40,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The cost of on-campus housing is around $8,000 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.
The mascot for University of Scranton is the "Royals", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
Students who would like to learn more about University of Scranton may take a look at their website at http://www.scranton.edu.
Students Enrolled in the International Relations Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Scranton offers a bachelor's degree program in international relations.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 6 |
Non Resident Alien | 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
Upon completion of the International Relations program at University of Scranton, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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 admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Scranton accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Scranton may offer services like:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Scranton is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Landmark Conference)
- Basketball (Landmark Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling