Bachelor in International/Globalization Studies (Bachelor's)

The application deadline for the Jan 2027 intake is Nov 1, 2026, and tuition is The estimated annual tuition for the International Studies major is $52,000 before financial aid..

This programme is designed for students interested in understanding global systems and challenges through multiple academic disciplines. It emphasizes interdisciplinary study of topics such as migration, climate change, war, and development. Students work with advisors to create a personalized specialization using four courses. The programme prepares students to analyze complex international issues across political, cultural, economic, and historical contexts.

Focus areas include migration, climate change, war and conflict, development, global health, human rights.

The major requires core interdisciplinary courses and a senior seminar. Students design a personalized specialization of four courses in collaboration with an advisor, selecting from politics, economics, anthropology, environmental studies, and other fields.

Graduates enter careers in diplomacy, international business, non-governmental organizations, public policy, journalism, and international law.

Applicants must meet Centre College's general admission requirements. Required documents include transcripts, standardized test scores if submitted, and a personal statement. International students must also provide proof of English proficiency.

The programme totals about 32 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 54% of applicants.

Centre College has grown into a liberal arts and sciences institution focused on personal attention, broad academic study, and preparation for life after graduation. Its curriculum encourages students to explore multiple interests through majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. Academic opportunities include mentored research, laboratory and field work, study with professors, internships, and community engagement. Students can also connect with alumni and industry leaders through career readiness programs and Career Exploration Communities.

The college is located in Danville, Kentucky, at 600 West Walnut Street. Campus living forms a central part of student life, with 98% of students living on campus. Students share residential communities, participate in student organizations, use athletic facilities, and take part in NCAA Division III, intramural, and club sports. Centre has 25 men's and women's varsity teams, and nearly three-quarters of students participate in intramural or club sports.

International study is integrated into the Centre experience. More than 30 international and U.S. locations are available each year, and every student is guaranteed a study abroad or study away opportunity. Students may study languages such as Chinese and Spanish, pursue subjects including behavioral neuroscience and biochemistry, and combine disciplines in their academic plans. Centre also commits to helping students graduate in four years. Financial aid is an important part of access, with scholarships and grants supporting students who need assistance with college costs.