Penn State School of International Affairs
Advance Your Global Career
The School of International Affairs helps prepare students for career success in the fields of policy, diplomacy, security, development, and more. Become a global leader at SIA!
Flexibility 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.
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Learn 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.
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Grow 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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“SIA's multidisciplinary approach to teaching international affairs allowed me to take classes across campus with different departments. Not only did this give me the opportunity to cultivate relationships and network with non-SIA professors but also helped me develop complementary skillsets have translated into professional competencies in multiple fields.”
Marwane Zouaidi, Class of 2017, World Bank Consultant
SIA At a Glance
Class of 2026
40
Students
14
U.S. States
12
Countries
21
Languages
25
Undergraduate Majors
1
Clarke Fellow
1
Payne Fellow
1
Pickering Fellow
SIA News
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April 01, 2025
Dr. McClennen co-authors article, 'Laughing in the Face of Oppression: The Power of Humor Against Autocracy'
March 27, 2025
Amb. Dennis Jett shares thoughts in article: A nation Trump never heard of matters to America
March 19, 2025
WATCH: The Economics of the Social Contract with special guest Dr. Hoover
March 10, 2025
Trump's new America is worse than a banana republic by Amb. Dennis Jett
Events
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Apr
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Penn State Defense and Intelligence Career Summit
Date & Time: April 06, 2025 | 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: District Winery in Washington, D.C.
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2025 D.C. Professional Development
Date & Time: April 10, 2025 from 07:00 AM–April 11, 2025 at 07:00 PM
Location: Washington, D.C.