International Relations (MAIR)
Graduate Degree Program
College: Behavioral and Social Sciences
ABSTRACT
The Master of Arts in International Relations (MAIR) is a 4+1 Combined Program that is designed to provide advanced coursework and applied quantitative methods training for students seeking careers as researchers in academia, as well as research analysts in the public and private sectors. The MAIR curriculum of 30 credits includes coursework in international political economy, international security, international law, and statistical methods of data analysis for international relations research questions. The curriculum emphasizes theoretical and quantitative empirical research in international relations. During the final semester, students will complete a capstone research project. The coursework will relate academic research to real-world events and their policy implications.
At this time, MAIR is open to students who are Government and Politics (GVPT) majors at the University of Maryland.
CONTACT
MAIR Admissions
2117 Chincoteague Hall
7401 Preinkert Drive
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.314.7703
Email: MAIR@umd.edu
Website: https://gvpt.umd.edu/landingtopic/five-year-bama-international-relations
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- CV/Resume
- Description of Research/Work Experience (optional)
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
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Domestic Applicants | ||
US Citizens and Permanent Residents | August 15, 2023 | December 15, 2022 |
International Applicants | ||
F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | March 15, 2023 | September 15, 2022 |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: https://oes.umd.edu/professionals-post-baccalaureates/professional-graduate-programs/international-relations
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying