Why Penn State SIA
Advance Your Global Career
At the Penn State School of International Affairs, you are part of a globally engaged community that provides the hands-on education and skills needed to take the next steps in your career. Become a leader in policy, diplomacy, security, development, and more.
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Penn State Fast Facts
Top 6%
Ranking Among All Universities Worldwide
#16
U.S. Institution for International Student Enrollment
9,000+
International Students at University Park
Top 10%
Worldwide in Employer Reputation & Employment Outcomes
#4
Best Colleges for 1st-Generation College Students
800,000+
Penn State Alumni
At SIA, you get the best of both worlds: a small, hands-on graduate program with access to all the resources of a world-class research institution.
Becoming a part of Penn State opens the door to:
- A powerful alumni network across the globe;
- A wide choice of elective courses from top-ranked programs
- The Big Ten library system
- Global corporate recruiters
- An active and diverse campus community
Join our globally engaged community and gain the hands-on skills needed to solve complex global issues in the fields of policy, diplomacy, security, development, and more.
Global Community, Central Location
State College is a vibrant college town is surrounded by natural beauty with the amenities of an urban environment.
Flexible Degree Options
No matter your interests, you can build a degree that fits your academic and career goals.
Elite Faculty
Work with distinguished scholars at a major research university.
Experiential Learning
Gain expertise in contemporary global issues while learning the fundamentals of international relations.
Education Abroad
You want to see the world. We can help you get there.
APSIA Member
Graduates of APSIA schools dedicate their professional lives to changing the world.
University Park Virtual Tour
Use this self-guided virtual tour to explore Penn State's University Park campus. Student tour guides will show you iconic Penn State landmarks, classrooms, athletic facilities, and much more.
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Lewis Katz Building Virtual Tour
Take a virtual tour of the Lewis Katz Building, home to the School of International Affairs and Penn State Dickinson Law in University Park. Our building features beautiful commons spaces, state-of-the-art classrooms, study rooms, the Montague Law Library, Sutliff Auditorium, Apfelbaum Courtroom, as well as close proximity to the Arboretum and the Palmer Museum of Art.
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