Loras College

International Studies

The International Studies major is a rigorous program that’s unique on the Loras campus in that it draws its faculty from several different departments to create a truly interdisciplinary curriculum. As an International Studies major, students develop an in-depth understanding of major themes in international relations, current global issues, recent world history, modern cultures and societies. Students also gain analytical skills suited for the interdisciplinary study of other societies and international issues. In this era of globalization, a major in International Studies provides a competitive edge on the job market and enables success in numerous professions.

The required courses provide a strong foundation in the specific disciplinary perspectives and content that are integral to International Studies. At the same time, the flexibility students have to choose and create their own emphases and concentrations in these areas, aligned with the truly interdisciplinary approach and content of the upper level seminars, make this an innovative, interesting, and career-flexible major. Three of the twelve Loras students who received Fulbright awards were International Studies majors and more than 40 percent of International Studies graduates earned degrees with honors.

• Division of Social and Cultural Studies
• Program Requirements