International Studies is an interdisciplinary major that educates students to appreciate the social, cultural, political and economic characteristics of national, regional and global communities. It is based on the conviction that historically informed and politically aware students with knowledge of a language other than their own will think more critically and act more responsibly in a shrinking world.

The major is overseen by faculty from the History, Modern Languages, and Political Science departments in TCNJ’s School of Culture and Society and from the School of Business. Students will take introductory courses which count toward General Education requirements and, working with an advisor, will choose a major concentration from among four geographic areas [Europe, Latin America, East Asia, the Middle East] and two functional subjects [Diplomacy, International Trade and Economics]. Study abroad is required, and students are also encouraged to pursue an internship with an international focus. A senior thesis, written under the direction of a faculty advisor and in conjunction with the student’s concentration, will complete the program.