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
Orange Coast College Global Engagement Center
Orange Coast College Orange Coast College (OCC) is a 2-year California community college with it's main campus located in Costa Mesa and the OCC School of Sailing and Seamanship in Newport Beach. OCC is located in Orange County betw ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
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- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 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 ...
- 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 ...
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- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Summer
- English Programs
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
- 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
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 ...
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- 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
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 a million, is home to San José City College. The largest Bay Area city of Northern Californ ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- 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 50 undergraduate programs. These include Global Business, Internationa ...
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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 ...
- Masters
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- Summer
- English Programs
- 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
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
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 ...
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- Masters
- Summer
- English Programs
Connecticut
University of New Haven
University of New Haven-Graduate Programs History and Locations Founded on the Yale campus in 1920, the University of New Haven is a private university situated on the coast of southern New England. The University is a diverse a ...
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- Masters
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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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- English Programs
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
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American University
Welcome to 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 school in the U.S. capital city. WASHINGTON, ...
- 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 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
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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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
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
Illinois
University of Illinois, Springfield
Leadership Lived: Experience Academic Success in the Heart of America University of Illinois Springfield UIS is one of three institutions in the world-class University of Illinois system. UIS enrolls about 5,000 students from mor ...
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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 ...
- 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 ...
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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 ...
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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. ...
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- 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
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 Intensive English for Academic Purposes University partnerships make it easy to transfer State-of-the-art facilitie ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- 2yr/Community College
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. ...
- Bachelor Degree
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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Indiana
Earlham College
Because the world demands courage, creativity and fresh ways forward With a distinctive focus on collaboration and hands-on learning – including the offer of funded internships or research opportunities for every student – Earlham ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
Kentucky
University of Kentucky
OVERVIEW Welcome to University of Kentucky! Home to over 33,000 students from over 104 countries, the University of Kentucky (UK) is the flagship, land-grant university of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. With over 200 programs acro ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
Massachusetts
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
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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- Certificate/Short Term
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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
Michigan
University of Michigan - Flint
About the University of Michigan-Flint The University of Michigan-Flint (UM-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 wo ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
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 ...
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- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
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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
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 ...
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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
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- 2yr/Community College
New York
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
- 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
- Summer
- English Programs
Manhattanville College
A Bridge to YOUR Future Manhattanville College is a private liberal-arts college located in scenic Purchase, New York, just 30 minutes north of New York City. Our global campus is represented by students from more than 55 coun ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
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
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
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
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 ...
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
- 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
- English Programs
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
Tennessee
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
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University of Tennessee - Knoxville English Language Institute (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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
- English Programs
Virginia
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
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
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 ...
- Bachelor Degree
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- Summer
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
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 ...
- 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
- Secondary/Boarding
- Certificate/Short Term
- English Programs
- 2yr/Community College
North Seattle College
Join Us at Our Excellent Public, Two-year College in Friendly Seattle! An exciting area famous for its comfortable living, lively cultural and music scene, and is home to Starbucks, Microsoft, and many other Fortune 5 ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Secondary/Boarding
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- Summer
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- 2yr/Community College
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
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
- Certificate/Short Term
- Summer
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- 2yr/Community College
Marquette University
Join us at Marquette University Ranked in the top 10% of U.S. universities, Marquette provides a world-class education to nearly 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students including more than 650 international students from 60 count ...
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters
- Certificate/Short Term
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