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
Click on the map of the United States below, to find a school in the area you are interested in studying, or just scroll and browse.
Truckee Meadows Community College
Truckee Meadows Community College welcomes you! Choose from over 100 high-quality, affordable degree programs to kick-start your education and spring you into a rewarding career. TMCC is here to help you make your dreams a reality.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Get ready to do amazing things—inside and outside the classroom. When you come to University of Illinois at Chicago, you’ll learn from faculty engaged in cutting-edge research and work alongside talented, driven students.
Alabama
University of Alabama English Language Institute
University The University of Alabama (UA), founded in 1831, is the flagship public university for the state of Alabama, which is located in heart of the southeastern United States. The large, beautiful UA campus is located in the ci ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
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- English Programs
California
Orange Coast College
Orange Coast College Orange Coast College (OCC) is one of the largest and most comprehensive community colleges in California. Located in Costa Mesa in Orange County minutes from Disneyland Resort and California's most popular beach ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Fresno City College State Center Community College District
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
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- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Santa Barbara City College
The College Santa Barbara City College is a community college with approximately 15,000 students, including 1,000 international students from more than 80 different countries. In addition to providing award winning transfer preparat ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Glendale Community College International Student Program
General Profile Founded in 1927, Glendale Community College (GCC) is a public, two-year community college within the California system of community colleges. The College is fully accredited by the U.S. regional body, WASC: Western A ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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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
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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
- Online
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
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Irvine Valley College
Start with the best: Welcome to Irvine Valley College (IVC)! Established in 1985, Irvine Valley College is a fully accredited, public, two-year community college within California. Irvine Valley College offers over 70 Associate degr ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
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
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 40 undergraduate programs. These include Global Business, Internationa ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- Online
San Jose City College
Spectacular Safe Location in San Francisco Bay & Silicon Valley, California The City of San José San José, with a population of about one million, is home to San José City College. The largest Bay Area city of Northern Califo ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
Colorado
Fort Lewis College
Classic Colorado awaits at Fort Lewis College As Colorado’s crossroads of education and adventure, Fort Lewis College blends liberal arts and focused, relevant areas of study with powder days and powwows, mountain biking championshi ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
District of Columbia
George Mason University
George Mason University (Mason) is located in the safe, suburban city of Fairfax, Virginia, just 24 kilometers outside of Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. As Virginia's largest public research university, Mason provides a colleg ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
American University – International Accelerator International Accelerator
Welcome to International Accelerator at American University! Why study at just any American university when you can study at the American University? See for yourself why so many international students choose this program in the U.S ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
Florida
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 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Valencia has one of the highest graduation rates in the cou ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Georgia
University of West Georgia
The University of West Georgia (UWG) is an accredited, public university of nearly 14,000 students. We are located on a beautiful, green, 2.6 km2 campus in the safe, charming small town of Carrollton, just 72km west of Atlanta. UWG ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
Mercer University English Language Institute
MERCER ELI MAKES A DIFFERENCE! Mercer University’s mission is to equip its students with the skills and knowledge required to live full and successful lives, to empower them to become leaders in communities throughout the world, and ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Summer
- English Programs
- Online
Hawaii
Study Hawaii
HAWAII: THE BEST CLASSROOM IN THE WORLD! In Hawai‘i the island is your classroom, your workplace and where you can hone your practical skills to advance your career. Simply put Hawai‘i is the Best Classroom in the World! Ch ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
- Online
Idaho
University of Idaho
Thank you for your interest in studying at the University of Idaho! We are excited that you are considering us for your studies in the United States. We love the University of Idaho community and we are sure that you will, too! Here ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- Online
Illinois
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
- Certificate/Short Term
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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
DePaul University
Why DePaul University ELA? DePaul University's English Language Academy (ELA), founded in 1996, is an intensive English program that prepares students for success in university degree programs. DePaul University is ranked #125 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
North Central College
Nationally recognized for academic excellence, North Central is a four-year university located near Chicago, Illinois. Students can choose from over 65 different areas of study. As a North Central College student you can: Be con ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
- Summer
- English Programs
Joliet Junior College
Joliet Junior College Highlights Strong academic programs, including Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management University partnerships make it easy to transfer State-of-the-art facilities Highly qualified instructors Small c ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
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
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Welcome to University of Kentucky! The University of Kentucky (UK) is the flagship university of the state of Kentucky. A leading public research university, UK is on an exciting path - one that’s conducting groundbreaking research ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
Massachusetts
Salem State University Intensive English Language Program
ACHIEVE YOUR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL GOALS THROUGH PERSONALIZED INSTRUCTION AS YOU EXPERIENCE THE TRUE SPIRIT OF AMERICA AT OUR VIBRANT AND WELCOMING CAMPUS IN THE HISTORIC SEACOAST CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS About Salem State ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
Quincy College
Quincy College is a two-year accredited degree granting institution, located in Quincy, Massachusetts, USA. The College is about ten minutes away from downtown Boston, a premier American city. Quincy College is a welcoming learning env ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Framingham State University
Study English at Framingham State University! Improve your English language skills for academic, professional and personal development. Join our international student body in the study of English, in a welcoming, student-centered en ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
Missouri
University of Missouri Columbia
The University of Missouri Columbia (MU, or Mizzou) is recognized as one of the most comprehensive schools in the United States. The University offers a choice of over 300 accredited academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- Online
North Carolina
Warren Wilson College
Overview Warren Wilson College is a vibrant, independent college with an innovative curriculum that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and experiential learning with community engagement and work experiences to prepare student ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
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
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Nevada
College of Southern Nevada
Overview The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is the largest higher education institution in Nevada, but you won't get lost in a crowd! CSN has three campuses, offers flexible schedules, and keeps class sizes small. Offering more th ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
New York
Long Island University (LIU), Brooklyn Campus - English Language Institute
Study English in the heart of Brooklyn, New York! The English as a Second Language (ESL) program at Long Island University (LIU) in downtown Brooklyn, New York, offers students the opportunity to improve their English in all skill a ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
Pace University
Ranked the #1 private, four-year college in the nation for upward economic mobility by Harvard University’s Opportunity Insights, Pace University provides a transformative education for its diverse students—academically, professionally ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
State University of New York, Plattsburgh
Important Things You Should Know About Plattsburgh: Consistently named among the top schools in “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Plattsburgh, NY; a small, friendly city of 35,000 in northern ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
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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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
- More
Chemeketa Community College
Quality. Value. Opportunity. Experience Chemeketa… Chemeketa Community College is a public, two year, institution that meets educational and career needs of a wide range of students of all age groups and experiences. Each year we s ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Pennsylvania
Moravian College
Moravian College sits at the intersection of historic and history-making. As the 6th oldest university in America, we’ve earned our reputation as an eye-opening and a world-changing place to learn and explore. Plus, we’re rank ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
Delaware County Community College
Delaware County Community College was founded in 1967 and has grown to serve more than 20,000 students each year in Delaware and Chester Counties. The College also serves students from over 50 countries. Delaware County Community C ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
- Online
South Carolina
College of Charleston
Why Charleston, SC? Ranked the No. 1 city in the United States for the past eight years (Travel + Leisure) Ranked the No. 1 destination city in North America for the past nine years (Conde Nast Traveler) Ranked the No. 1 fr ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
University of South Carolina
Welcome to the University of South Carolina Choosing the International Direct process at the University of South Carolina will allow you to benefit from a wide range of services designed to help international students succeed inside ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
South Dakota
South Dakota State University
Get Ready. South Dakota State University (SDSU) proudly offers one of the lowest tuition rates of any nationally ranked public universities in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Reports). Home to 11,500+ students, including approximat ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Utah
University of Utah – International Program
Welcome to the University of Utah! Here, at the University of Utah, we make things happen. Adventure is around every corner, driven by the imaginations of our students and brought to reality with the support of the university's fac ...
- Bachelor Degree
Virginia
Liberty University
Since 1971, Liberty University has remained committed to providing a premier Christian education to students from around the world. We will partner with you to fulfill your dreams by providing a top-tier college experience. Our Liberty ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
- Online
George Mason University
George Mason University (Mason) is located in the safe, suburban city of Fairfax, Virginia, just 24 kilometers outside of Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. As Virginia's largest public research university, Mason provides a colleg ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
Vermont
Saint Michael's College
Do Well and Do Good: The Soul of Saint Michael’s Saint Michael’s College believes that the world requires people equipped to do well and driven to do good. The most complex problems humanity faces will be solved by well-educated, ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- Online
Washington
Seattle Colleges
Why do so many international students choose Seattle Colleges? Three unique campus locations Seattle Central College: Located in the energy-filled Capitol Hill neighborhood, Seattle Central College is in the heart of the city ...
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 Seattle- ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Edmonds College Office of International Programs
Edmonds College offers two-year university transfer degrees, English as a Second Language (ESL), professional degree certificates and a Washington State High School diploma. Our beautiful park-like campus is locate
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
- Online
Green River College
Green River: Where the World Meets Green River College is a public college founded in 1965. More than 11,000 students study at Green River, with 1,432 international students from 61 countries. Most international students come ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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
Bellevue College International Education
The Bellevue College Advantage Established in 1966, Bellevue College is a top-ranking, fully-accredited college offering two-year associate and four-year bachelor’s degrees, as well as professional certificates, intensive E ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
- Online
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