Total Credit Hours: 128
Major Credit Hours: 36

New students are no longer being admitted to this program. Interested students are encouraged to pursue the B.A. in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations. Existing Lewis students may follow their original catalog requirements or opt-in to the Fall 2024 catalog year requirements in the B.A. in Political Science.

Program Highlights

The International Relations major is offered through the Political Science Department. It is interdisciplinary in that it also incorporates courses from the History Department. Students preparing for careers in government, law, or business can learn more about the relationships among governments and various actors in the international realm as well as the influence of political theory and ideologies on various political systems. They will also learn about various global policy issues including human rights, the impact of globalization, conflicts, and peace initiatives.

Other features of the program include:

• Senior Capstone
• History/Area Studies
• Opportunities to study foreign languages
• Opportunities to intern and study abroad

For more information about the International Relations major, please see the Political Science Department's webpage: http://www.lewisu.edu/academics/polscience/index.htm.