International Relations Degree

The international relations program at University of West Georgia 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 Georgia colleges that offer international relations degrees.

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University of West Georgia

4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA

University of West Georgia provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Carrollton, Georgia and publically funded. Approximately 11,000 students are enrolled yearly at University of West Georgia.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

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

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 890 - 1070 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to UWG. An estimated 50% of all applicant were admitted at University of West Georgia, with 55% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at westga.edu.

Tuition & fees at UWG are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,200 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,300. UWG may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The UWG "Wolves" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to get more about University of West Georgia can visit their website at http://www.westga.edu.

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).