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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Alaska
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
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- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
Alabama
University of Alabama English Language Institute
University The University of Alabama (UA), located in Tuscaloosa, is a large and beautiful campus in the western part of Alabama. The student population is approx. 39,000 from 82 different countries. Ranked one of the best public in ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Summer
- English Programs
Arizona
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
British Columbia
Royal Roads University
Royal Roads University In Canada: Life Changing At Royal Roads University, we’re proud to have students from around the world choose us to help them continue on their path to higher learning. Royal Roads is a unique Canadian public ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
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- Certificate/Short Term
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- English Programs
California
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
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
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
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 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 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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- 2yr/Community College
Orange Coast College Global Engagement Center
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
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
Stanford Summer Session
This summer, start something great. From the moment you step onto the Stanford campus, you’ll experience a standard of educational excellence like no other. For more than 130 years, Stanford has set the bar for excellence and entrep ...
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- 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, Internationa ...
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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
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 ...
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- 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
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 ...
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- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Summer
- English Programs
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
American University 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
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
Florida International University ELI English Language Institute
Come to Florida International University's English Language Institute in Miami! You'll love the difference! View Our Online Brochure View our online brochure for more information, at your desk or on the go!
- Bachelor Degree
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- Certificate/Short Term
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- 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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Georgia
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
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
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
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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
Idaho
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
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
Illinois
Illinois Institute of Technology
The 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings place Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) #96 among National Universities and #30 among Best Value Schools. Illinois Tech offers a wide range of programs and maj ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
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- Certificate/Short Term
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North Central College
Nationally recognized for academic excellence, North Central is a four-year liberal arts university located near Chicago, Illinois. Students can choose from over 65 different areas of study. As a North Central College student you ca ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
- Summer
- English Programs
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
- Masters
- 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
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
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
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Indiana
Valparaiso University
“Valpo,” as we like to call it, offers more than 70 undergraduate degree programs and 30 interdisciplinary options throughout our five undergraduate colleges and more than 20 graduate programs. Small classes with a 12:1 student-to-facu ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
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 ...
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- Summer
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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
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
- Masters
- 2yr/Community College
Michigan
University of Michigan - Flint
About the University of Michigan-Flint The University of Michigan-Flint (UM-Flint) is a public university located in Flint, Michigan and issues four-year bachelor's and graduate degrees. Being a part of the prestigious University of ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
Minnesota
St. Cloud State University
Highlights: 18-20 Hours of Instruction per Week 300 + hours English instruction per term High Beginning to Advanced Cultural Activities Pathway Program Short-term Programs Affordable Safe and Friendly Campus On Camp ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
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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
- Summer
- 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
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
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Jamestown Community College SUNY
You are welcome here! Jamestown Community College proudly welcomes students from throughout the world. As part of the State University of New York, we offer you opportunities to be part of the largest system of public higher educati ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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
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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
Northampton Community College
Northampton Community College (NCC) In the Center of the Action in the USA Located within 90 minutes’ drive from both New York City and Philadelphia, Northampton Community College provides you with an excellent education close to ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
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- 2yr/Community College
Susquehanna University
Apply to Susquehanna University- one of the top-ranked universities in the USA! Are you ready to excel at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Susquehanna offers you a beautiful, safe and academically challenging learn ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Summer
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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
South Carolina
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 12,500+ students, including more than ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Utah
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
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
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
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
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
Washington
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- 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 Seattl ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
Edmonds Community College International Student Services
Edmonds Community 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 located 30 minute ...
- Secondary/Boarding
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- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Secondary/Boarding
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- 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
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- Certificate/Short Term
- 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
Seattle Central College
Did you know…? There are 1,200 community colleges in the USA Seattle Central is ranked #6 in international student enrollment among community colleges in the USA (Institute for International Education, 2015-2016) Why do s ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Bellevue College Office of 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
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
Wisconsin
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
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- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Wyoming
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
Yukon
National Outdoor Leadership School - NOLS
NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that will help you step forward boldly as a leader. Founded in 1965, NOLS started as an outdoors skills school, doing work in local mountain ranges and exploring what it meant to teach leade ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
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