International Studies majors interested in applying for the B.A./M.A. should plan to meet first with the International Studies Academic Advisor, followed by the Director of Graduate Studies.
The application process consists of two stages:
- The student applies to the program itself. To complete the first stage of your application, apply to the program any time after the second semester of sophomore year (it is preferable to apply before the end of your junior year.)
- Requires a separate application to the Graduate School. The second stage of the application must be completed at least 18 months before graduation. In order to ensure that the student is accepted by the Graduate School, they must meet the ongoing expectations of the BA/MA program, including continued exemplary academic performance and timely completion of course requirements.
A fully completed application will include your:
- Resume/CV
- Statement of Interest indicating motivations for wishing to pursue the B.A./M.A. program (1-2 pages). Be sure to discuss your thematic interests and region of focus; if you have an idea you would like to research for an MA thesis, a brief description would be helpful.
- 2 Letters of Recommendation from professors who know your work. At least one of these should be from an International Studies faculty member
- You must also submit official transcripts from every undergraduate institution you have attended other than IU. Please ask each institution to mail your official transcript to us at the address below. eTranscripts are also acceptable: you may ask for them to be sent to intldgs@iu.edu
- Submit your application to intldgs@iu.edu. Any materials which cannot be emailed should be mailed to us directly.
Address:
Department of International Studies
ATTN: Graduate Admissions
Global and International Studies Building
355 North Eagleson Ave, Room 1019
Bloomington, IN 47405-1105
Email: intldgs@iu.edu