Overview

The curriculum of the International Affairs from The New School emphasizes historical roots of contemporary social and political issues, plural theoretical frameworks to explain global trends, and experiential learning to develop and refine practical professional skills.

Concentrations

The concentrations also offer a range of opportunities for applied research as well as connections to the practice curriculum through International Field Programs and Practicum in International Affairs projects. In addition, the concentrations sponsor invited guest lectures, organize workshops and events, and create working groups around topics of particular interest to students.

Students fulfill the concentration requirement by taking the foundation course as well as three concentration electives in their chosen area

Students choose from five concentrations:

Cities and Social Justice
Conflict and Security
Development
Governance and Rights
Media and Culture

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Flows

Theories, Histories, and Practices of Development

Economics Requirement

Research Methods Requirement

Capstone Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

42 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Complete a Statement of Purpose
Submit Your Résumé or CV
Submit Two Letters of Recommendation
Submit Official Transcripts
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Submit an Academic Writing Sample

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

41832 USD / year

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Out-of-State

41832 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

41832 USD / year

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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