An international relations degree at Pacific opens doors to a world of opportunity. Immerse yourself in global perspectives through interdisciplinary coursework, study abroad and intercultural experiences. The program blends rigorous academics with hands-on learning to prepare you for an impactful career in government, business, nonprofits, education and beyond.
As industries become increasingly interconnected, a global perspective is the foundation for success in fields ranging from business and law to education and public service.
Graduates make their mark worldwide working at influential think tanks in Washington, D.C., leading global companies, practicing law, launching nonprofit ventures, pursuing advanced degrees and inspiring the next generation from their own classrooms.
You have the option to earn your bachelor鈥檚 degree in three years. Do your part to stay on track, and you could shave a year off your undergraduate work. That means significant savings on tuition, and you get a jumpstart on your career.
International relations majors have gained hands-on experience through internships with organizations such as the U.S. Department of State鈥檚 International Visitor Leadership Program, the City of Stockton鈥檚 Economic Development Department and U.S. Indian Health Services, where students have engaged in research, policy and community-focused projects.
Every international relations major spends time abroad. For those drawn to global affairs or pursuing international careers, nothing compares to the transformative experience of living and learning in another country.
Pacific鈥檚 goal is to align your personal passions and career ambitions with the ideal location and type of study abroad experience. That鈥檚 why Pacific offers over 100 program sites across more than 60 countries worldwide.
Living abroad is both a journey of self-discovery and a step toward career readiness. Internships abroad further enrich your experience. For anyone aspiring to have an international career, the experience of living abroad is essential.
Pacific鈥檚 study abroad programs are coordinated through the Office of International Program Services in the Bechtel International Center. The study abroad adviser helps you explore available options and ensures programs align with Pacific鈥檚 requirements. While abroad, you can fulfill both major and general education requirements. All earned units count toward graduation.
Pacific's Model UN mission is to advance understanding of the United Nations system and contemporary global issues through programs that emphasize collaborative conflict resolution. Each semester, eight Pacific students are invited to apply to be a part of the team. The team represents Pacific at a Model United Nations Conference. Pacific鈥檚 Model UN teams have attended domestic conferences as well as Harvard鈥檚 conferences in Panama City; Taipei, Taiwan and Manila, Philippines.
International relations graduate Kathryn Loper '14 started working for LinkedIn in 2015 as a data assurance analyst. Since then, she has worked her way up to senior program manager of the central operations team.
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Since he graduated from Pacific in 2010, Will Castillo Guardado has led an impactful career. While studying international relations at Pacific, he traveled to Japan to study the language. His professional career has taken him to Guatemala and Tajikistan where he worked on refugee and global humanitarian issues.
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