International Studies Minor

Print Degree Planner (opens a new window) |

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Languages, Literatures and International Studies department page.

For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/home.htm

Total Credits Required: 20

Core 4 Credits

IP 190 - Introduction to International Studies [SOCR] [WC] 4 Credits

Approved Electives 16 Credits

The electives may be chosen from any of the courses under the international studies major, non-regional or regional tracks.

No more than 8 credits of any prefix other than IP can apply as electives.

Up to 8 credits can be applied from the list of non-regional elective courses and/or core for the international studies major.

Courses listed for the regional tracks of the international studies major may also be used as electives.

Additional Requirements:

Language Proficiency

International studies minors must demonstrate proficiency in a language other than English at the 102 level or higher. This can be accomplished by completing a 102 (or 200 or higher) course in a language or by verification through the Languages, Literatures and International Studies Department (i.e. determined by examination or through some other means of confirming proficiency).

Program Approval

A program approval for international studies minors must be prepared and approved by the Department Head from the Languages, Literatures and International Studies Department and a copy forwarded to Degree Evaluations in the Registrar’s Office. A degree evaluation will not be performed until approval is received.