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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“What I liked most is that SIA provided me with core international affairs courses in the first year, and then in the second year I was able to create my own concentration and take classes best suited for my professional aspirations.”
Tiara Barnes, Class of 2017, Communications Specialist, USAID Bureau for Policy, Planning, and Learning
SIA At a Glance
Class of 2027
50
Students
13
U.S. States
19
Countries
25
Languages
25
Undergraduate Majors
36%
First-gen graduate students
2
U.S. military members
2
Fulbright recipients
SIA News
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August 24, 2026
Professor Canepari selected as 2026-2027 CFR Education Ambassador
August 18, 2026
Dr. McClennen publishes new book, "Modern Political Satire: An Introduction"
August 11, 2026
Professor Fedderke and SIA alumnus publish article on ‘Brain Drain and Productivity Growth’
July 30, 2026
Former Amb. & Prof. Emeritus Dennis Jett's latest: What Trump and Netanyahu Have in Common
Events
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Aug
21
Fall 2026 Orientation
Date & Time: August 21, 2026 | 08:00 AM – August 28, 2026 | 01:00 PM
Location: Katz Building / Sunset Park
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International Affairs Discussion
Date & Time: September 10, 2026 from 12:45 PM–01:45 PM
Location: Katz Room 236
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International Affairs Discussion
Date & Time: October 13, 2026 from 12:45 PM–01:45 PM
Location: Katz 236