Bachelor in International Relations and Affairs (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $62,500 per year..

This programme focuses on international relations through comparative and interdisciplinary study of global governance, human rights, and political change. Students engage in critical analysis of state and non-state actors in world affairs. The curriculum emphasizes discussion-based learning and applied research through projects like the DWA Task Force. Faculty support student-led inquiry and real-world research opportunities.

Focus areas include human rights, international law, gender and international relations, religious and political identity, migration and refugee policy, political economy.

The programme requires 36 credits, distributed across core courses, electives, and a senior comprehensive project. Students complete a research-based senior project and may participate in the DWA Task Force or other applied research initiatives.

Graduates pursue careers in international organizations, human rights advocacy, policy research, and government agencies focused on global affairs.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. Submission of transcripts, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation is required.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. on-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 40% of applicants.

Academic exploration at Occidental spans more than 40 majors and programs, supported by faculty who serve as scholars, teachers and mentors. Learning extends beyond the classroom through internships, community partnerships and hands-on research in Los Angeles and Southern California. Students can also take part in the Kahane UN Program, which offers direct participation in the work of the United Nations headquarters in New York City.

Occidental’s campus sits on 120 acres in Eagle Rock, a Los Angeles community within miles of downtown. Planned in 1911 by California architect Myron Hunt, it combines Spanish Colonial-style halls and preserved historic buildings with science facilities. The Academic Quad, between the Academic Commons and Johnson Student Center, serves as a central place for study, conversation, club activities, performances and art installations.

Students live and learn on a residential campus with residence halls, dining, student activities, athletic facilities and the McKinnon Center for Global Affairs. Los Angeles is part of the academic setting, with classes, internships and research using the city and region as an extended learning environment. International and dual citizen students make up 15% of the Oxy community. Occidental meets 100% of demonstrated financial need, and the 2027 application has no fee, with Early Action available by November 1. Support resources help students succeed during their college years.