Bachelor in International/Globalization Studies (Bachelor's)

At Lawrence University, tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $58,400..

This programme prepares students for careers involving international engagement through interdisciplinary study of global issues. Students focus on a thematic track combining politics, history, culture, language, and economics. A required global experience connects academic work with hands-on learning in local or international settings. Language study is sustained throughout the programme and integrated with coursework and experiential learning.

Focus areas include Politics, History, Culture, Language, Economics, Religion.

The major requires a total of 36 credits, distributed across interdisciplinary coursework, sustained language study, a required global experience, and a final portfolio. The portfolio synthesizes academic, cultural, and experiential learning.

Graduates pursue careers in public service, education, law, nonprofit work, business, and related fields with an international focus.

Applicants must submit a completed application, high school transcripts, and standardized test scores if required. Early Decision applicants must apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 1.

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 63% of applicants.

Lawrence University brings together a College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and a Conservatory of Music. Students can pursue majors, minors, pre-professional and cooperative programs, as well as interdisciplinary areas. The academic portfolio includes anthropology, art history, biochemistry, biology, business and entrepreneurship, and many instrument programs. Learning may include collaborative research, hands-on experiments, fieldwork, individualized study, studio classes, and performance experiences. Liberal arts courses, musical education, and undergraduate research provide several ways to shape a degree.

Appleton provides the setting for a residential campus in the Fox Cities. Lawrence has 1,500 fellow classmates, and students travel from 50 countries. The surrounding area offers 28 public parks to visit. Campus life includes residence halls, themed communities, apartment-style and group housing, shared spaces, dining facilities, athletics, performances, traditions, wellness resources, and more than 100 student organizations and activities.

International students can meet people through residence halls, ensembles, organizations, athletics, service, and campus events. Housing resources cover move-in dates, room selection, meal plans, accommodations, packing, and shipping to campus. Applicants can use the Lawrence Application, Common Application, or Coalition on Scoir. ACT and SAT scores are optional for admission and scholarship consideration. Conservatory applicants complete additional application and audition requirements. Every student receives an academic scholarship.