Penn State School of International Affairs
Your Passport to a Global Career
A graduate-level program preparing exceptional students for their professional futures.
March 21: Application deadline for fall 2024 admission
Admission after March 21 will be based on available space in our cohort. Incomplete applications will NOT be reviewed for admission.
ApplyFlexibility at its finest.
Penn State School of International Affairs (SIA) gives you the power and flexibility to customize your program options. This will allow you to focus on what's most important to you and your career.
Tell Me MoreLearn by doing
Engage in role-playing simulations, briefings, negotiations, mock trials, drafting project proposals, and more.
At SIA you will gain expertise in contemporary global issues while learning the fundamentals of international relations that will shape the world for decades to come.
Learn About Experiential OpportunitiesGrow your network
Internationally recognized scholars and seasoned former officials comprise our faculty of engaging and passionate educators.
Their connections become your connections.
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“I’m so happy I chose to pursue my master's degree at SIA where I was surrounded daily by professors, faculty, and peers who challenged and supported me to become a better academic, professional, and individual. SIA provided me with a wonderful foundation to be successful in my professional life.”
Kaimyn Paszko, Class of 2020, Program Officer for Gender, Women and Democracy, National Democratic Institute for International Affairs
SIA At a Glance
Class of 2025
50
Students
15
U.S. States
11
Countries
18
Languages
29
Undergraduate Majors
3
Fulbrighters
1
Payne Fellow
1
Pickering Fellow
SIA News
More NewsMarch 12, 2024
SIA students receive Professional Development Grants funded by Giving Tuesday Gifts
March 12, 2024
Professional insights, alumni networking highlight career trip to New York City
March 05, 2024
Dr. Sophia McClennen quoted in news article, "A video game has reinvigorated a long-running debate about fascism and satire"
March 01, 2024
National Women's History Month celebrated with campus events throughout March
Events
More EventsMar
19
"People, Poverty and Development: Careers in development NGOs" with Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed
Date & Time: March 19, 2024 | 04:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Katz 336
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CGBS Panel Presentation, "Current Challenges to Global Trade"
Date & Time: March 20, 2024 from 03:00 PM–04:30 PM
Location: 126 Business Building
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The Osaze Osagie Memorial Lecture
Date & Time: March 26, 2024 from 06:30 PM–08:00 PM
Location: Hintz Family Alumni Center