Degrees & Programs

International Studies

In the international studies program, you will study international politics, economics, culture, and society, and take a foreign language with a curriculum you choose with your faculty advisor to fit your interest and career goals. You can choose from multiple tracks including international diplomacy and peace studies, area studies, comparative cultures, economics, global gender studies, or research intelligence analysis. You can go on to a career in government, international business, teaching, journalism, or continue graduate studies at Wright State. Choose the Bachelor of Art program or add a minor an existing degree.
Department: 
Public and International Affairs, School of

What we offer

International Studies Minor

Success Stories

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Foreign service

Two-time Wright State graduate Kathryn Chaney helps prep military personnel and other government employees for embassy assignments in Europe.
Kathryn Chaney weaves together her passion for travel, work experiences and two degrees from Wright State to thrive at the Defense Institute of Security Cooperation Studies.
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Wright State senior Stephanie Patino-Garfias completing prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship

As part of her Newman Civic Fellowship, Stephanie Patino-Garfias has worked with refugees to help them understand their legal rights.
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Up to the challenge

Wright State’s Ellie Collins captains Army ROTC Raider Battalion Ranger Challenge Team
Ellie Collins, an international studies major, said she found more fulfillment in the academic challenges and opportunities offered at Wright State.