Overview

The International Relations MA degree from American University Washington DC is specifically designed to provide students with a foundation in advanced international relations topics, as well as a specialization in an interdisciplinary professional field. Concentrations include Global Security, US Foreign Policy & National Security, International Development, International Negotiation & Conflict Resolution, and Social Enterprise. The program can be completed in 12–24 months. A bachelor's degree is required; but GRE/GMAT scores are not.

Through the online Master of Arts in International Relations program from American University Washington DC, students study the key principles and perspectives underlying the field of international relations. The curriculum helps students sharpen their analytical skills with regard to cross-cultural communication and foreign policy and cultivate the economic, statistical, and decision-making skills that are crucial to succeed in this sector.

Students will graduate with the framework to analyze and communicate international issues and evaluate the effectiveness of international programs and policy.

Students can customize their course work by selecting from of a variety of concentrations, including global security, international development, and U.S. foreign policy. They will also be required to participate in at least one residency experience held on the School of International Service (SIS) campus in Washington, D.C., and have the opportunity to participate in optional study abroad trips that include locations around the world. They will finish the program with a capstone project that incorporates skills gained throughout their courses.

Graduates of the School of International Service have been hired for leadership roles at top organizations, including:

Think Tanks and Research Centers

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Congressional Research Service

Council on Foreign Relations

Defense, Intelligence, and Security

U.S. Department of Defense

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Human Rights and International Development

Amnesty International

Human Rights Campaign

FHI 360

World Bank

Foreign Policy and Diplomacy

U.S. Department of Energy

U.S. Department of State

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Studies: History, Theory, Practice

Intercultural Communication

Global Governance

International Economics
Security and Conflict Resolution

Economic Theory

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-17 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Credit Hours: 36-39

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., 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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120

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A bachelor's degree is required; but GRE/GMAT scores are not.

Résumé

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Statement of Purpose

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All applicants to the School of International Service’s (SIS) graduate programs must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by the date of anticipated enrollment.

Letters of Recommendation

All applicants to SIS graduate programs are required to submit two letters of recommendation.

MAIR Economics Preparation

It is highly recommended that you have previous microeconomics and macroeconomics course work prior to enrolling in the program.

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Tuition Fees

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40284 USD / year

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40284 USD / year

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40284 USD / year

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Funding

Merit scholarships are awarded by the academic departments.

The Financial Aid Office does not administer these awards.

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Be sure to list the American University (AU) FAFSA code, 001434, in the college release section.

Awarding Timeline

Continuing students will receive their notification letters via the student portal in late June after spring grades have been received and reviewed.

Additional Forms

You may be asked to download and complete a Verification Worksheet or other documentation as needed to complete your aid application.

Loan Eligibility

Graduate students are ineligible for the Subsidized Stafford Loan as well as any federal or institutional grant funding.

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Human Rights and International Development

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Programme Structure

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