Overview

About the Global Studies Program at Bard College

Students begin in either Vienna, studying in the renowned International Relations program at Central European University (CEU), or at Bard College's Annandale-on-Hudson campus. They then move to the Bard Globalization and International Affairs (BGIA) campus in New York City, where they complete coursework and an internship with an organization working on global affairs. By emphasizing critical thinking, writing, and experiential learning, the program will educate the next generation of global citizens to be actively engaged in the transnational public sphere.

Students interested in applying to the Bard MA in Global Studies (MAGS) program can now choose between two tracks and degree options! Both programs’ curriculum places at its center the theory-practice nexus, equipping students with a sophisticated set of theoretical and conceptual tools and practical experiences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Two (2) theory & topic electives

Internship in Global Affairs

Capstone Project

Research Design (CEU track)

Academic Writing for International Relations (CEU track)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Fall Term: 14 credits

Spring Term: 16 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 299 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies 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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Other requirements

General requirements

A brief statement of purpose (750–1,250 words) describing your interest in applying to this program, previous academic and/or professional preparation, and the goals you would like to achieve while enrolled in the program.

A resume/curriculum vitae outlining your education, work or internship experience (if any), and any other experiences or skills relevant to graduate study in global affairs.

A sample of written work (not to exceed 30 pages) that demonstrates the research, writing, and analytical skills that you will bring to your graduate work.**

Two letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources.

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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

36750 USD / year

≈ 36750 USD / year
Out-of-State

36750 USD / year

≈ 36750 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36750 USD / year

≈ 36750 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

About the Global Studies Program at Bard College

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

New York City

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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