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Bachelor of Global Studies

Marist University

Poughkeepsie, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Global Studies and apply discipline-appropriate methods
Assess relevant evidence
And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

International businesses
Non-profit and non-governmental organisations
Global health
Global marketing agencies
Human justice organisations
International governing agencies
Mass communication
Travel

Curriculum

Courses in global history and geography
Comparative political systems
Cultural anthropology
Globalisation and society
Economics
Intercultural communication
East Asian thought
And ethnic and religious conflict resolution
Plus language and study abroad.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school completion with 4 years English
3 science
3 mathematics
3 history/social studies and 2 foreign language
Official translated transcripts
Counselor recommendation and one more recommendation
Personal essay
SAT/ACT optional
English test unless waived (IB Diploma
SAT 500 reading/writing
Or 4 years in an English-taught school).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school with 4 years English, 3 science, 3 math, 3 history/social studies, 2 foreign language; Official translated transcripts; SAT/ACT optional; Counselor recommendation and one additional recommendation; Essay; Proof of funds for the I-20

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
TOEFL PBT 550
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Completed application form
Identification document
Language proficiency evidence if requested
Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadlines on the official website: Early Decision I 1 Nov
Early Action 15 Nov
Early Decision II and Regular Decision 15 Feb. Apply with the Marist application or the Common Application and pay the 50 USD non-refundable fee. Submit the counselor recommendation
One more recommendation
Personal essay
Official translated transcripts
TOEFL
IELTS or Duolingo results (test-optional for SAT/ACT. Scores sent to code 2400). Receive the admission letter and enrollment form. Pay the enrollment deposit. Marist then mails the I-Apply for the F-1 student visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$51,700 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Poughkeepsie
Faculty or school	School of Liberal Arts
Department	Global Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
94 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
94 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.