Overview

At International Relations from University of Chicago students are encouraged to develop fluency in the contemporary literatures of international relations as well as attain mastery in a specialization of their choosing.

Learning Goals

The master’s thesis paper, a piece of rigorous problem-driven research, is the capstone of the program. This academic preparation is complemented by routine engagement with the professional world of international relations, including speaker events through campus partners, curated career treks and symposia, and unparalleled seminar experiences abroad.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Security, Conflict Studies and Contentious Politics
International Political Economy and Development
Comparative Studies in Political Institutions and Identity
Human Rights, Environment, and International Law
Research Methods in the Social Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed online graduate application (available starting in September).
Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions (unofficial transcripts from all academic institutions may be submitted electronically).
International applicants must meet the Division’s English language requirements, as outlined here.
A candidate statement exploring your motivations and preparation for undertaking graduate study in CIR specifically.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from academic writers familiar with your work as a student and/or supervisors familiar with your work as a researcher.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

46592 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46592 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

46592 USD / year

≈ 46592 USD / year

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Per Quarter

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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Overview

Learning Goals

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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