Center for International Studies

Each year, a guest speaker is invited to a conference at UST for timely discussion on a topic related to Taiwan politics and history and the U.S-Taiwan relationship.

Throughout the semester, US and foreign business leaders and diplomats discuss issues of global concern.

Annual event hosted by the International Student Society. The longest-running student club-produced event on campus, it celebrates global cultures, food, dance and music.

Choose 4 courses from the following:

• INST 4364 - International Law
• INST 4366 - International Security
• INST 4377 - Business-Government Relations in Developing World
• INST 4393 - Global Conflict Management
• 1 country specific course (e.g., Contemporary Mexico, Modern China, Contemporary Brazil, Contemporary Taiwan, etc.)
• Other approved INST 4393 course
• 1 Non-INST/GEOG course in related area

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This is a concentration for graduate students only, offered through the University’s Master in Liberal Arts (MLA) Program. This 36-credit-hour program is a customizable and flexible degree plan, which appeals to a diverse group of students who seek professional advancement or admission into doctoral programs.

Graduate students can enhance the MLA degree through study abroad and internship opportunities.

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Promotes better understanding of Middle East/North Africa, considered by the U.S. government to be an emerging area of strategic priority in diplomacy, commerce, and security. You complete the following:

• 6 hours of Arabic (Beginner level)
• 6 hours of studies courses on Middle East/North Africa
• Study Abroad or Internship

You will need the following:

• Completed application
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Minimum of 24 credit hours completed*
• Official transcript

Application Deadlines ​Admissions Checklist

*If less than 24 hours, contact counselor for additional requirements

Maximum amount of transfer​able college-level credits we accept: 72 from a community college; ​90 from a university

You will need the following:

• Completed application
• Official international transcripts
• Official course by course evaluation of official high school transcript

And one of the following as proof of English proficiency:

• TOEFL, IELTS, ELS, SAT or ACT (see minimum scores)

Application Deadlines Admissions Checklist

You will need the domestic student items, plus:

• Official international college transcripts*
• Course by course evaluation of college credits*
• TOEFL (minimum 79), IELTS (minimum 6.5), ELS (level 112) or English Comp. 1 & 2 courses taken in U.S.

Application Deadlines Admissions Checklist

*if applicable

Freshman Application Deadlines

November 1: you will be eligible for 1st round of Honors Program interviews

December 1: you will be eligible for 2nd round of Honors Program interviews

February 1: you will be eligible for the Honors Program if any interview slots remain

April 1

May 1: admissions and scholarship options are based on availability

Transfer Application Deadlines

November 15: priority deadline for spring
(allows you to finalize spring schedule and financial aid before holiday break)

May 1: priority deadline for fall
(allows you to finalize fall schedule and financial aid by start of summer)

Otherwise, applications may be submitted any time during the year.