We offer flexible and rigorous interdisciplinary undergraduate programs in the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences, helping students develop keen analytical and ethical reasoning skills amid complex global dynamics.

Where can International Studies take you?

Across Disciplines

International Studies faculty are trained in many disciplines and teach in eight different departments. Approved courses for the IS major are offered across all of BC’s schools.

Into a Range of Careers

Our graduates work in a variety of fields including diplomacy, international business, social service, public policy, finance, law, consulting, education, public health, and humanitarian work.

Around the World

Our majors earn post-graduate fellowships at four times the rate of other BC grads. More than half of our graduates work or study abroad at some point in their careers.

Academic Programs

IS Major

Students in the IS Major complete the IS Core, select a concentration, learn a language, study abroad, and complete a senior seminar or thesis. Application required in freshman Spring.

IS Minor

IS minors complete two foundation courses and four electives in a concentration of your choice. All are invited to declare an IS minor without application.



By the Numbers

30 faculty

ISP Faculty are affiliated with 9 different departments

500 approved courses

Take electives across the university to complete your major or minor

63 Fulbright Fellowships

Our students have won more than 60 Fulbright Awards since 2000, taking them across the world to teach or study

Courses

Browse lists of pre-approved core and elective courses, course plans, and links to important administrative forms.

News & Notes

Events

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Meet the IS Community

Join Global Conversations

Global Conversations is a student-led project that connects students at BC with university students around the world through informal yet meaningful dialogue. We have held over 150 conversations via Zoom and in person with peers in nearly 30 countries, about politics, security, religion, climate justice, global cultures, and more. Join us for an upcoming conversation!

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