Global & Area Studies
Study Global & Area Studies in the USA
To earn your degree or certificate as an international student, you have your choice of all the top schools, colleges and universities in the USA that specialize in the best Global & Area Studies programs
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California
Santa Monica College
Profile Founded in 1929, SMC is a California State public institution regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Recognized as one of the best community colleges in California and the nation, SM ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
Fresno City College
Fresno City College is proud of its diverse student population and its enrollment of over 24,000 students. Our international students represent more than 45 countries from all continents and the academic curriculum includes over 200 ma ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Masters
- Summer
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
University of California, San Diego - Extension
University of California San Diego Extension – Business Programs for International Students UC San Diego is recognized as a world leading public research university and located in one of the most popular destinations to study in Ame ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
Foothill College / De Anza College
When you choose Foothill or De Anza College you will unlock a world of opportunities. Whether it’s your goal to begin your studies with us and then transfer to a top university, experience a Californian lifestyle, change the world….or ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
- Summer
Santiago Canyon College
College Profile and Location Santiago Canyon College (SCC) is one of the newest and fastest-growing community colleges in southern California. SCC is located in the city of Orange, which has been named one of the 50 Safest ...
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
Berkeley-Haas Global Access Program
Berkeley-Haas Global Access Program Leadership Skills for the Global Business Environment The Berkeley-Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) provides unique access to Berkeley Haas School of Business faculty, courses and networks wi ...
- Certificate/Short Term
Chabot College
Campus Description Chabot College is located in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. Chabot College is a public, fully accredited community college that prepares students to succeed in their education while e ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
University of California, San Diego - Extension International Programs English Language Institute & International Programs
Why choose University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego)? UC San Diego is one of the top universities in the United States. It has six Nobel Prize winners on faculty and is ranked as the "hottest" university for science by News ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
West Hills College Coalinga
Experience the beauty of California while earning your degree! Enjoy the sunshine at West Hills College Coalinga- a welcoming and safe two-year college located in the city of Coalinga, California. West Hills College Coalinga is f ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
Saddleback College
A premier community college in California Founded in 1968, Saddleback College is one of the premier community colleges in California and the United States, with over 24,000 students, including over 200 international students from ov ...
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- 2yr/Community College
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
University of Redlands
Founded in 1907, the University of Redlands is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts and sciences and pre-professional university. The University offers over 50 undergraduate programs. These include Global Business, Engineering ...
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- Masters
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San Jose City College
Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, California, San José City College (SJCC) provides an education of the highest quality. Celebrating an existence that spans nearly an entire century, our new state-of-the-art facilities combined w ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Certificate/Short Term
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is dedicated to making the college dream accessible to as many students as possible. SRJC is a wise choice for students serious about receiving an excellent education in a friendly, safe and student-foc ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
Orange Coast College International Center
Orange Coast College at a Glance Orange Coast College (OCC) is a 2-year community college located in Costa Mesa nearby the coastline of Orange County, one of the safest and most desirable communities in Southern California. Orange C ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
California State University Sonoma American Language Institute
The Sonoma State American Language Institute (SSALI) is located in scenic Northern California near the rural beauty of the world-famous Wine Country and one hour from San Francisco. The spectacular Pacific coast, impressive redwood for ...
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Summer
- Certificate/Short Term
Study California
Welcome to California California, the third largest state in the United States, is a land famous for its exceptional opportunities. Often referred to as “The Golden State,” California is truly the place where you can have it all ...
- English Programs
- Masters
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
Santa Barbara City College
The College Santa Barbara City College is a community college with close to 20,000 students, including 1,500 international students from more than 70 different countries. In addition to providing excellent transfer preparation (the fi ...
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
California State University, Los Angeles The English Language Program
California State University, Los Angeles Cal State LA offers students a beautiful hilltop campus close to Los Angeles' civic and cultural center and within driving distance to Hollywood (the entertainment capital of the world), the ...
- Summer
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Humboldt State University
Humboldt State University, a California State University Campus Humboldt State University (HSU) is the northernmost California State University campus. HSU is located in Arcata, California – minutes from the Pacific Ocean, surrounde ...
- English Programs
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
Colorado
University of Denver
The University of Denver As the oldest private university in the Rocky Mountain Region, the University of Denver (DU) draws students from all 50 US states and more than 85 countries. Our reputable academic programs and excellent fac ...
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
Connecticut
English Language Institute - University of Bridgeport
Our ESL Program: A Global Reputation for Excellence The English Language Institute | Study English on the Campus of an American University About ELI Founded in 1991, the English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Br ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Masters
District of Columbia
George Mason University
George Mason University (Mason) is located in suburban Fairfax, Virginia, just minutes outside the U.S. capital city of Washington, D.C. George Mason is the largest public research university in Virginia with more than 33,000 students ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Florida
Saint Leo University
You’ll Love the Person You Become Here: The Bridge Program at Saint Leo University About Saint Leo University Saint Leo University is a Catholic, liberal-arts school established in 1889 and located in Tampa Bay area, Florida. ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Valencia College
Why Come to Valencia College? Valencia was named the best two-year college in the United States as the inaugural winner of the 2012 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Valencia has one of the highest graduation rates in th ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
Georgia
Georgia State University Intensive English Program
Overview The Intensive English Program (IEP) at Georgia State University offers academic English courses to individuals coming from outside the U.S.A. and those living in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Most IEP students seek to ente ...
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
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- English Programs
Mercer University English Language Institute
Why study at Mercer University’s English Language Institute? When you choose the English Language Institute (ELI) at Mercer University, you will receive exceptional English instruction from experienced and dedicated faculty in one o ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Iowa
Kirkwood Community College
With global vision and innovative curriculum, Kirkwood is redefining the role of the community college. Kirkwood’s motto is “Start Here. Go Anywhere!” and this is the true definition of education at Kirkwood. What are your educational ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
Idaho
Northwest Nazarene University
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) welcomes applications from students around the world who are seeking a Christian liberal arts education. Our campus in Nampa, Idaho provides a safe, supportive home away from home. International s ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- Masters
Illinois
Illinois Institute of Technology
Illinois Institute of Technology, ranked #36 in Best Value Schools according to the US News and World Report, offers a wide range of programs and majors to support your academic and professional careers. Students can begin at any point ...
- Summer
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- English Programs
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DePaul University
DePaul University's English Language Academy (ELA), founded in 1996, is an intensive English as a second language program that prepares high school and university graduates for admission to an American university. ELA's courses concent ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Masters
Joliet Junior College
Joliet Junior College Highlights Strong academic programs, including Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Intensive English for Academic Purposes University partnerships make it easy to transfer State-of-the-art facilitie ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
College of DuPage
The Midwest’s Largest Community College College of DuPage is the Midwest’s largest comprehensive, single-campus community college and is dedicated to serving the diverse higher educational, civic and cultural needs of our students. ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
- Summer
- Secondary/Boarding
- English Programs
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago’s public research university, the University of Illinois at Chicago is ranked among the Top 70 Public Universities by U.S. News & World Report. The largest university in the Chicago area, our campus is home to approximately ...
- Bachelor Degree
Danville Area Community College
About Danville Area Community College Danville Area Community College (DACC) is a public two-year college founded in 1946 that has grown into an independent college serving about 5,000 students per year in over 1,500 unique courses. ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
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- English Programs
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Location Carbondale is located in the Midwest; by car, it is roughly: Five hours south of Chicago Two hours southeast of St. Louis Four hours northwest of Nashville, Tennessee 10 minutes from the beautiful Shawnee National ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Summer
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
Massachusetts
Simmons College
Why Simmons? Simmons College offers a dynamic university experience to 1,700 undergraduate women in Boston, Massachusetts - America’s best college town. Founded in 1899 on the revolutionary idea that women should be able to earn ...
- Summer
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
Middlesex Community College
Middlesex Welcomes International Students What does MCC offer? Affordable tuition Small classes Two safe, beautiful campuses Transfer agreements with U.S. colleges & universities Dedicated faculty & staff Engli ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
- Masters
Michigan
Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University (WMU) Western Michigan University offers 147 bachelor’s, 73 master’s and 30 doctoral programs and is a dynamic, student-centered research university with an enrollment of about 25,000. It was ranked as ...
- Secondary/Boarding
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
University of Michigan - Flint
About the University of Michigan-Flint The University of Michigan-Flint is a four-year university located in Flint, Michigan. Being a part of the prestigious University of Michigan, the Flint campus provides you with a world renowne ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
Minnesota
St. Cloud State University
Highlights: 21-23 hours of instruction per week very small classes individualized attention cultural program access to all university facilities guest lectures by university professors safe and friendly campus on-camp ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
- Summer
- Certificate/Short Term
Montana
Flathead Valley Community College
About Flathead Valley Community College Learn in one of the most magnificent places on earth! The Flathead Valley Community College (FVCC) campus is located in the safe and friendly small town of Kalispell, Montana, just a short dri ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Summer
- Certificate/Short Term
New Jersey
Felician University
Founded in 1942 by the Felician Sisters, Felician University is one of the few Franciscan universities in the country, and the only one in New Jersey. We’ve built
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
Bergen Community College The International Student Center
Bergen Community College at a glance: What does Bergen Community College have to offer? Bergen Community College is proud to host over 1000 international students from over 90 countries around the world. A beautiful campus in su ...
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
Nevada
College of Southern Nevada
Overview The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is one of the most popular colleges in the USA. With over 38,000 students, CSN is the largest higher education institute in the State of Nevada, and the 7th largest community college in ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
New York
State University of New York at Buffalo
A Leading Public University A major public research university in the northeastern United States, the State University of New York at Buffalo (SUNY-Buffalo), or University at Buffalo (UB), offers an outstanding education at an affor ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
- Summer
- Certificate/Short Term
Pace University
For over 100 years, Pace University in New York has been committed to preparing our students to discover and achieve their professional goals. We provide a powerful combination of exceptional academics and a variety of professional an ...
- Masters
- English Programs
- Summer
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
Alfred State, SUNY College of Technology
Discover SUNY Alfred Ranked 12th among top regional colleges and universities in the North and #1 most affordable college in the northeast by US News and World Report (2016), Alfred State is part of the State University of New York ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
Manhattanville College
While the 100 beautiful acres that make up Manhattanville are located in a quiet suburban setting, the culture, entertainment, and excitement of New York City are only 30 miles away. The private coeducational college founded i ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- English Programs
Hofstra University
Explore Hofstra University: A World of Opportunity With a student population representing more than 67 countries, Hofstra University is committed to providing the resources that all students need to become integral parts of the Hofs ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
- Summer
Ohio
Ohio University - Ohio Program of Intensive English (OPIE)
History OPIE is the Ohio Program of Intensive English, located on the historic campus of Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. OPIE began offering classes in 1967 and is one of the leading English language programs in the U.S. and the o ...
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Summer
- Certificate/Short Term
Oregon
Lane Community College
Lane Community College: Achieving Dreams Lane Community College is nationally recognized for innovation and excellence in undergraduate education. Attending Lane means unique experiences in a college-friendly city where you will ach ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- More
Pennsylvania
Susquehanna University
You are an exceptional student. Are you ready to study in the U.S.? Attending college in the U.S. is a sound investment in your future and you want to choose wisely. No matter your major or career plans, you will graduate from Susqu ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- Secondary/Boarding
- Masters
- English Programs
Tennessee
University of Tennessee Knoxville ELI English Language Institute
For more than 30 years, Knoxville, Tennessee's English Language Institute (ELI) has helped students and professionals improve their English language skills. ELI is a department of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, which was fo ...
- Masters
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- Summer
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is a national model for metropolitan universities. In collaboration with our many regional partners, we offer our students an experiential learning environment graced with outstanding teaching ...
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- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
Texas
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas Baptist University is a private, Christian liberal arts university located in a suburban setting just outside Dallas, Texas, USA. A tier-1 nationally ranked university by the 2016 U.S. News and World Report, DBU invites you to f ...
- Summer
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
Virginia
Virginia Tech - Blacksburg Main Campus Location
Overview Established in 1974, Virginia Tech's Intensive English Language program enables students to meet their personal, academic, and professional goals through English language study. Faculty hold master's degrees or doctorates, ar ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
- Summer
- Secondary/Boarding
George Mason University - Schar School of Policy and Government
Discover the Schar School of Policy and Government As a Washington, D.C. area professional, interdisciplinary school that melds theory with practice, the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University prepares unde ...
- Masters
- Summer
- Certificate/Short Term
- Bachelor Degree
George Mason University
George Mason University (Mason) is located in suburban Fairfax, Virginia, just minutes outside the U.S. capital city of Washington, D.C. George Mason is the largest public research university in Virginia with more than 33,000 students ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Vermont
Saint Michael's College
Saint Michael’s College: A University in Vermont, USA Saint Michael’s College is a four-year university located in Vermont, one of the most beautiful and safest places in the United States. We are an academically competitive univ ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
- Masters
- Summer
Washington
Pierce College
Welcome to Pierce College! We invite you to study at Pierce College. Ranked in the top 10% of American 2-year community colleges, Pierce is a fully accredited public school, with two safe and modern campuses located near the Seattle ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
- Secondary/Boarding
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Summer
Edmonds Community College International Student Services
Begin your university degree at Edmonds Community College Edmonds Community College is a state college with a beautiful park-like campus. We offer two-year university transfer degrees, English as a Second Language (ESL), professiona ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- Secondary/Boarding
- Summer
Green River College
Green River: Where the World Meets Green River College is a public college founded in 1965. More than 8,000 students study at Green River, with 1,747 international students from 64 countries. Most international students come t ...
- Summer
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
Cascadia College
Begin your University Study at Cascadia College University Transfer Program: Students in the University Transfer Program satisfy their general education requirements for their bachelor’s degree and choose elective courses that tr ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
- Secondary/Boarding
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline Community College Founded in 1964, Shoreline Community College is a public accredited college, renowned for providing a high quality education and helping students achieve their dreams. Located in Seattle, Washington, Shor ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
- Secondary/Boarding
Whatcom Community College
Whatcom Community College - A Diverse and Supportive Learning Community Whatcom Community College is located in the northwest corner of Washington State in beautiful Bellingham, WA. Whatcom hosts a very diverse international student ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- Certificate/Short Term
University of Washington Bothell
About UW Bothell: UW Bothell is part of the internationally ranked University of Washington system. UW Bothell graduates earn the prestigious University of Washington diploma and pursue challenging academic studies in a welcoming en ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
Seattle Central College
Did you know…? There are 1,200 community colleges in the United States. Seattle Central is ranked #6 in international student enrollment among community colleges in the USA (Institute for International Education, 2015-2016) Why ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
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- English Programs
Seattle University
College is a destination. Where you head determines life’s other paths. Seattle University provides distinctive learning – Jesuit education in a captivating city where expert faculty and rich experiences combine to ensure intellectual, ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Highline College
Location Highline College is located in Des Moines, Washington, just 25 minutes from Seattle and 11 kilometers south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Our college campus is the closest higher education institution to Seattl ...
- 2yr/Community College
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- Summer
Wisconsin
Marquette University
Join us at Marquette Ranked in the top 10% of U.S. universities, Marquette provides a world-class education to nearly 12,000 students including more than 650 international students from 60 countries. Founded in 1881 by Catholic Jesu ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
Fox Valley Technical College
Fox Valley Technical College (Fox Valley Tech) is an accredited, nationally recognized 2-year college located in beautiful Appleton, Wisconsin, U.S.A. Fox Valley Tech has been in the community for over 100 years and of the 16 technical ...
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- Bachelor Degree
- 2yr/Community College
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