Master of International Studies at University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania

United States of America, Philadelphia

University Rank:#15

University of Pennsylvania offers the Master of International Studies as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Philadelphia, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for international studies and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on May 22, 2027.

About Master of International Studies

This degree is available ONLY to students in the Lauder Institute of Management & International Studies.

Lauder MA courses integrate knowledge across international economics, comparative politics, sociology, anthropology, history, language, culture, and more. Out of the classroom, students will participate in required immersion experiences which engage students in hands-on learning in their Program of Concentration. Every Lauder graduate is expected to gain superior proficiency in at least one language other than English.

The interdisciplinary knowledge, intercultural fluency, and language ability that Lauder students acquire over 24 months for careers and endeavors across different countries and industries. A Lauder MA degree in International Studies enhances a business leader's ability to understand regional and global issues and to navigate cultural differences. Ultimately, it drives the success of our alumni in life after Lauder.

Disciplines

School of Arts & Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of International Studies at University of Pennsylvania

Entry Requirements

Our admission decisions are made prior to the announcement of results for many national examinations (such as the A Levels or French Baccalaureate), but applicants are expected to be enrolled in programs that prepare them for these examinations. If you are enrolled in a program that will not release external examination results prior to our application deadlines, you must request that your school send us predictions of external examination results along with your grades.

Where national examinations are required for admission to a pre-university program (such as the IGCSE or the SPM), you should have received high marks on these examinations and should present certified copies of the results with your Penn application.

Students in our diverse global community have a wide range of passions, perspectives, and talents. Beyond academics, we would like to learn about your non-scholarly interests, extracurricular activities, and community service (though we recognize that patterns for non-academic involvement vary from country to country).

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of International Studies at University of Pennsylvania

Application Fee 75

How to Apply for Master of International Studies at University of Pennsylvania

Offline Recommendation

Penn strongly prefers that recommenders submit letters of recommendation online through the admissions system. If, however, your recommender is unable to submit an online recommendation, please follow these instructions:

1) Select the “Recommendation Form PDF Download” and download the form.
2) Complete the first section. Be sure to include the address of the appropriate admissions office — refer to the "Contact Graduate Admissions" list below.
3) Print out the form and provide it to your recommender.

Please note:

If you are applying to a program in Nursing, print out and provide your recommender with these special instructions for completing your letter of recommendation.
If you are applying to a program in the School of Social Policy & Practice, print out and provide your recommender with these special instructions for completing your letter of recommendation.

4) Your recommender should send the form directly to the admissions office you designate, along with the letter of recommendation.

Master of International Studies at University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania

United States of America, Philadelphia