Brookings,
SD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Global Studies in Brookings United States | South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
|
Brookings United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
11,284
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
SDSU's Global Studies program empowers students to analyze worldwide challenges critically, refine communication abilities vital for international careers and communities, and cultivate cross-cultural understanding to create meaningful global impact. This interdisciplinary major blends mandatory core classes, modern language studies, and varied electives spanning fields like economics, history, political science, and sociology. These courses prepare students to navigate the intricate web of cultural, political, environmental, and religious dynamics shaping today's interconnected world. Global Studies majors enrich their learning through required international experiences, choosing from study abroad programs or global internships lasting a summer, semester, or full academic year. The program's adaptable structure allows students to pair it with additional majors, minors, or teaching credentials.
Professional Pathways
Government service: diplomatic corps, public administration, global institutions
Medical field: physicians, nursing staff, healthcare practitioners, international medical relief
Global commerce: international sales, import/export operations, corporate leadership
World development: health initiatives, educational programs, advocacy work, charitable organizations
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should have an above average academic record at least equivalent to a B average 2.60 out of 4.00 or be in the top 60 percent of their class with suitable academic preparation for the intended major.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
Tuition
USD
11,284