Global Affairs (BA)

Who should apply?

Students interested in developing specialized knowledge of the global political, economic, cultural, and environmental processes with the goal of working in governmental or nongovernmental organizations, international law or security, business, health, or humanitarian efforts and many more fields should choose the Global Affairs major. The choice of a thematic or regional concentration helps students tailor the degree to particular interests and career goals. Concentrations include world regions as well as the Environment, Global Economy and Management, Global Inequalities and Responses, Global Governance, Human Security, and International Development.

Why choose George Mason?

All students have opportunities for research, global engagement, and career preparation.

• Conduct an independent research project on a topic of your interest in close collaboration with a faculty member through honors in the major. Read more: https://globalaffairs.gmu.edu/undergraduate/honors
• Develop specialized knowledge of global issues through coursework, study abroad and advanced language study. Read more: https://globalaffairs.gmu.edu/about
• Prepare for entry-level careers in a variety of fields in the public or private sector. Read more:  https://globalaffairs.gmu.edu/undergraduate/careers

Requirements: 120 credits total

There are 36 credits Global Affairs core and specialization courses plus 6 credits of foreign language study beyond intermediate proficiency required. See the catalog for additional College course requirements.

A minimum of 24 credits must be upper-level courses (300-level or above). Students seeking a bachelor’s degree must apply at least 45 credits of upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above) toward graduation requirements.

For a sample four year plan of study and degree planning worksheet for the BA in Global Affairs, look here

For detailed information on the degree requirements for the BA in Global Affairs, visit Mason’s Global Affairs website .

Various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled. Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees.

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Additionally, your current employer may provide tuition reimbursement opportunities for graduate studies.

Global Affairs graduates have found successful job placements in the public and private sector. Here is a small sample of placements:

Read more:  https://globalaffairs.gmu.edu/undergraduate/careers

Application Materials

• Undergraduate application 
• Transcripts for all post-secondary education
• Non-refundable application fee