Overview

Students choose a program of study in which they acquire deep knowledge and strengthen analytical and practical skills in Global Affairs, International Peace Studies, or Sustainable Development.

Features

All Global Affairs students at University of Notre Dame engage in a practicum, in which they develop sustained partnerships with leading global organizations, practitioners, and policymakers, and spend several months working in the field to develop integrated solutions for global challenges.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

This 2-year professional degree will prepare you for skilled, effective leadership and careers in government, nongovernmental and civil society organizations, and the private sector.

The Master of Global Affairs integrates rigorous professional training, close engagement with policymakers, multi-disciplinary faculty and students from around the world, and extended fieldwork alongside partners — in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Washington, DC — working to address global challenges.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

South Bend, United States

Disciplines

International Relations International Development View 120 other Masters in International Development in United States

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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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General requirements

GRE General Test optional

TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English

Curriculum vitae or resume

Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)

Statement of intent

Three letters of recommendation

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

66934 USD / year

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Out-of-State

66934 USD / year

≈ 66934 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

66934 USD / year

≈ 66934 USD / year

Living costs

South Bend

United States

885 - 1432 USD / month

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

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

South Bend

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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