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About the International Affairs MA Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's Degree at Loyola
Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s programs allow full-time students to complete both an undergraduate and graduate degree in just five years. Learn more about the International Affairs MA Master's degree and eligible undergraduate Bachelor's degrees below.
International Affairs MA Graduate Program
Globalization in the form of growing interconnectedness of the world's almost 200 countries and the substantial impact of global forces on our daily lives has increased the need for professionals with advanced knowledge of international affairs. This program allows you to explore global problems and interactions from an interdisciplinary perspective that encompasses multiple academic departments.
Eligible Undergraduate Programs
- Advertising and Public Relations BA
- Advertising Creative BA
- Advocacy and Social Change BA
- Communication Studies BA
- Criminal Justice and Criminology BS
- Elementary Education BSEd
- Film and Digital Media BA
- Global and International Studies BA
- History BA
- Multimedia Journalism BA
- Philosophy BA
- Political Science BA
- Pyschology BS
- Secondary Education BSEd
- Social Work BSW
- Sociology BA
- Special Education BSEd
- Theology BA
Interested in learning more?
Visit our International Affairs MA webpage for information about Career Opportunities, Results & Skills, and more.
VIEW GRADUATE PROGRAM PAGECurriculum and Program Outcomes
Loyola’s extensive course catalog will always house the latest International Affairs MA Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's program course information, including degree requirements, course descriptions, prerequisite requirements, available concentrations, and more.
Additionally, this resource will provide learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
- Advertising and Public Relations/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Advertising Creative/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Advocacy and Social Change/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Communication Studies/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Criminal Justice and Criminology/International Affairs BS/MA Catalog
- Elementary Education/International Affairs BSEd/MA Catalog
- Film and Digital Media/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Global and International Studies/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- History/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Multimedia Journalism/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Philosophy/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Political Science/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Psychology/International Affairs BS/MA Catalog
- Secondary Education/International Affairs BSEd/MA Catalog
- Social Work/International Affairs BSW/MA Catalog
- Sociology/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
- Special Education/International Affairs BSEd/MA Catalog
- Theology/International Affairs BA/MA Catalog
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
The International Affairs MA Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's program provides a significant cost savings to students interested in accelerating their path to an advanced degree. Finishing both programs in five years, including both undergraduate and graduate courses during your senior year, equates to a lower overall cost than if both programs were completely separately.
Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's students can also take advantage of the Returning Rambler Scholarship for eligible programs, offering a 25 percent tuition discount for graduate studies.
For more information and to find out your total estimated cost for a International Affairs MA accelerated program, please connect with the Financial Aid Office.
Step By Step: Chart Your Accelerated Degree Path
Explore options in undergraduate years one and two. Connect with your academic and career advisors and chart a two-year schedule to establish the best path toward your degrees.
Apply in undergraduate year three. Students applying to an Accelerated Bachelors/Masters program will experience a slightly different application process. Please review the application requirements below for process information and required supporting materials. Loyola students do not need to submit official transcripts. Start your application here.
Begin graduate course work. In undergraduate year four, you will take both undergraduate and graduate courses and complete your bachelor's degree.
Complete your graduate course work in year five. Graduate with your master's degree.
Please note that transfer students may have a slightly different timeline. Transfer students who are juniors may apply at the end of their second semester.
Application Requirements
- Advertising and Public Relations BA/International Affairs MA
- Advertising Creative BA/International Affairs MA
- Advocacy and Social Change BA/International Affairs MA
- Communication Studies BA/International Affairs MA
- Criminal Justice and Criminology BS/International Affairs MA
- Elementary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA
- Film and Digital Media BA/International Affairs MA
- Global and International Studies BA/International Affairs MA
- History BA/International Affairs MA
- Multimedia Journalism BA/International Affairs MA
- Philosophy BA/International Affairs MA
- Political Science BA/International Affairs MA
- Pyschology BS/International Affairs MA
- Secondary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA
- Social Work BSW/International Affairs MA
- Sociology BA/International Affairs MA
- Special Education BSEd/International Affairs MA
- Theology BA/International Affairs MA
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Advertising and Public Relations BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Advertising and Public Relations BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Advertising and Public Relations BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Advertising Creative BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Advertising Creative BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Advertising Creative BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Advocacy and Social Change BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Advocacy and Social Change BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Advocacy and Social Change BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Communication Studies BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Communication Studies BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Communication Studies BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Criminal Justice and Criminology BS/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Criminal Justice and Criminology BS/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Criminal Justice and Criminology BS/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Elementary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Elementary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Elementary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Film and Digital Media BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Film and Digital Media BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Film and Digital Media BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Global and International Studies BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Global and International Studies BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Global and International Studies BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the History BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the History BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the History BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Multimedia Journalism BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Multimedia Journalism BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Multimedia Journalism BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Philosophy BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Philosophy BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Philosophy BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Political Science BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Political Science BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Political Science BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Pyschology BS/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Pyschology BS/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Pyschology BS/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Secondary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Secondary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Secondary Education BSEd/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Social Work BSW/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Social Work BSW/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Social Work BSW/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Sociology BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Sociology BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Sociology BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Special Education BSEd/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Special Education BSEd/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Special Education BSEd/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Theology BA/International Affairs MA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Theology BA/International Affairs MA include:
2 Letters of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Statement of Purpose
Course Requirements
Please view the Theology BA/International Affairs MA Academic Catalog page for important curriculum information, including recommended course sequencing.
Statement of Purpose Details
Applicants to the International Affairs MA degree program should submit a statement of purpose, not to exceed two double-spaced pages, describing academic interests and professional goals and responding to the following questions:
- What specific areas are you interested in taking coursework while pursuing an MA in International Affairs?
- What relevant experiences have you had that have informed your decision and prepared you to pursue a graduate degree?
- What are your career goals following completion of your MA?
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