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Bachelor of Science in Diplomacy and Military Studies

Hawai‘i Pacific University

Honolulu, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Degree combining history, Political science and international studies with military studies.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Develop disciplinary knowledge and research literacy in Bachelor of Science in Diplomacy and Military Studies. Apply critical thinking
Clear communication
And relevant practical or analytical methods to further study or professional contexts.

Career outcomes

Journalism
Education
Management
Law
Government
Military
Public interest work
Graduate study

Curriculum

Combines history
Political science and international studies across broad regions and periods
With courses on ethics and the role of the military in society. Can be studied on campus or online through the Military Campus Programs.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school diploma or equivalent with transcripts
Personal statement
Recommendation letter and resume
SAT or ACT for first-year applicants
BSN also needs 3.0 GPA and TEAS 70%.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or equivalent with transcripts listing all courses and grades (English translation if needed, Official transcripts before registration), AP/IB results assessed for credit, High school records no more than 5 years old.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 70
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 48

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Personal Statement
Recommendation Letters
CV or Resume.

How to apply

Review the course-specific admission requirements and available intake deadlines. Complete the university application and pay the applicable application fee. Submit academic transcripts and supporting materials required for the selected qualification. Provide English proficiency evidence where required. Await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$42,346 USD
Application fee	$45 USD
Deposit	$200 USD

Program details

Campus	Honolulu main campus
Faculty or school	College of Liberal Arts
Department	History and International Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Applicants may be considered for institutional awards subject to program-specific and international-student eligibility.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.