Kingston,
RI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in International Relations - Diplomacy in Kingston United States | University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island
|
Kingston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,652
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Tailored for current and aspiring professionals in international relations, diplomacy, global development, and peace studies, this Master's program equips you with practical skills to tackle worldwide challenges through focused training and hands-on experience. The M.A. in International Relations caters to individuals pursuing careers in these dynamic fields, providing the tools to translate academic concepts into real-world solutions via specialized instruction and practical applications.
With evening and late afternoon course offerings, the program accommodates both working professionals and full-time students. Customize your degree by focusing on one of three specialized tracks:
Diplomacy,
International Development, or
Global Peace Studies.
The curriculum blends multiple disciplines, featuring core and elective courses led by faculty from Psychology, Economics, and Marine Affairs. While specializing in Diplomacy, International Development, or Global Peace Studies, you'll maintain the flexibility to earn a complementary graduate certificate in areas like Cybersecurity or Gender and Women's Studies.
Class Locations
Kingston Campus
Providence Campus
Day and Evening Sessions
Program Duration
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 3 years
Start Dates
Fall/Spring Semesters
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission is on a rolling basis Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation two copies of their official undergraduate transcript a resume and a personal statement A GRE test score is required for applicants whose cumulative undergraduate GPA is below 3.0
TOEFL IBT -
An overall score of 80 or above 82 for teaching assistantship consideration AND
Minimum scores in the following areas -
Reading 19
Writing 18
Listening 17
Speaking 18 the suggested minimum speaking score for a teaching assistantship is 20.
If you are below the minimum in one area by two points or in two areas by one point but have an overall score of 80 or above the Dean will make a determination if you can be considered.
IELTS -
International English Language Testing System IELTS All scores must be sent directly to URI Required minimum score of 6.5 AND minimum scores in the following areas -
Reading 6.5
Writing 6.5
Listening 6.5
Speaking 6.5. The suggested minimum speaking score for a teaching assistantship is 7.
The minimum score on the Paper-based TOEFL is 550.
Pearson Test of English - Required minimum scores are Reading 53 Writing 59 Listening 47 and Speaking 47 - 62 for international teaching assistants.
TOEFL IBT -
An overall score of 80 or above 82 for teaching assistantship consideration AND
Minimum scores in the following areas -
Reading 19
Writing 18
Listening 17
Speaking 18 the suggested minimum speaking score for a teaching assistantship is 20.
If you are below the minimum in one area by two points or in two areas by one point but have an overall score of 80 or above the Dean will make a determination if you can be considered.
IELTS -
International English Language Testing System IELTS All scores must be sent directly to URI Required minimum score of 6.5 AND minimum scores in the following areas -
Reading 6.5
Writing 6.5
Listening 6.5
Speaking 6.5. The suggested minimum speaking score for a teaching assistantship is 7.
The minimum score on the Paper-based TOEFL is 550.
Pearson Test of English - Required minimum scores are Reading 53 Writing 59 Listening 47 and Speaking 47 - 62 for international teaching assistants.
Tuition
USD
30,652