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Master of Arts in International Relations San Francisco State University San Francisco State University, USA

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USD 15298

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 70

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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70%

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Program Overview

As the only M.A. in International Relations in the California State University System, our two-year program attracts students and faculty from all over the world. Our program prepares graduate students to enter a competitive workforce in government, business and non-profits or to pursue advanced graduate training leading to a Ph.D. We are the only CSU department to be an affiliate member of the prestigious offering numerous professional opportunities for our students and graduates. Our program is also a offering in-state tuition to 16 Western Region state residents including Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Utah and Colorado.

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Students should acquire a good understanding of international relations theories and their applications in the world.
  • Students should be able to examine the role of state and non-state actors on the global stage and critically approach contemporary schools of thought in International relations.
  • Students should be able to develop skills and experience to engage in a variety of sectors: public, private, academic and nonprofit.
  • Students should be able to generate research questions and systematically use theory and evidence to address these questions.
  • Students should be able to conduct research using primary and secondary sources to deepen their understanding of a global issue.
  • Students should be able to follow the disciplinary conventions of writing and analysis in international relations.
  • Student writing should show evidence of independent thinking, conceptual analysis and problem-solving abilities.
  • Students must be well-versed in a program area in international relations such as international security, foreign policy, international migration, international development or regional studies.
  • Students should develop an advanced understanding of international relations and important issues such as human rights, climate change and international conflict and be able to apply their knowledge to a specific topic.
  • Student internships and teaching engagements should generate knowledge and experience useful to the career goals of the graduate students.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 84 Days

Program Format Hybrid

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    15298

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 70

    Application Fee
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    18999 Per year

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    Scholarships

    • The scholarship award ($1,500.00) will be disbursed during the Fall 2025 semester. To be eligible students must be enrolled at least half time (6 units) during the Fall semester 2025 when the awarded funds will be disbursed to the student’s account.

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