Overview

The International Affairs degree from California State University Long Beach combines interdisciplinary, policy-oriented, intercultural and global studies with career development. This 18-month programme includes 12 months in residence, followed by a carefully placed internship with courses taken in residence or online.

This Programme Is Ideal For

New graduates with a bachelor’s degree in International/Global Studies, Political Science, Geography, History, Sociology, Anthropology, Languages, or related social science fields

Experienced professionals in diverse fields looking to accelerate their career through opportunities in California as well as internationally

Those working in the public sector, including federal, state, local, and/or foreign governments

Those working in private sector fields including trade, consulting, finance/banking, and business

Those working in the nonprofit sector such as Nongovernmental Organizations, public interest and advocacy, and higher education

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Affairs Cornerstone

International Economics

International Politics

Policy Making Process

Scope and Methods for International Affairs

Project Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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115

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Long Beach, United States

Disciplines

International Relations International Development International Business View 235 other Masters in International Relations in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a social science, language, or related field from a regionally accredited university

A minimum GPA of 2.7 in the last 60 semester units attempted, and good standing at the last college attended

A statement of purpose

A recent resume

Two letters of recommendation

International applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency.

Although there is no prerequisite coursework, applicants are strongly encouraged to have completed Introduction to Macroeconomics and Introduction to Microeconomics.

While language proficiency is a criterion for graduation, not admission, applicants are encouraged to complete basic proficiency in a second language in advance of enrollment.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11330 USD / year

≈ 11330 USD / year
Out-of-State

11330 USD / year

≈ 11330 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11330 USD / year

≈ 11330 USD / year

Additional Details

$515 per unit / $1,545 per 3-unit course

Living costs

Long Beach

United States

1400 - 2000 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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