All paths to global readiness start at the Hamilton Lugar School. We offer several master’s degree programs and four graduate certificates. We also collaborate with five other Indiana University professional schools to offer dual-degree master’s programs. And you can pursue our accelerated program to earn your B.A./M.A. in only five years.
Gaining mastery
To learn more about applying to the Hamilton Lugar School as a graduate student, contact our team at hlsgrad@iu.edu.
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Engaging with the wealth of opportunities that the Hamilton Lugar School now has to offer, you can't go wrong. Doors will open and you just have to pick which door you want to gothrough.
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International and Regional Studies & Affairs Programs
International Affairs
Globalization and the rapid pace of innovation have forever changed the way we work, live, and conduct business. The Master of International Affairs degree—a joint effort by the Hamilton Lugar School and the world-renowned O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs—is a one-year program designed to prepare future leaders for the challenges and opportunities of an ever-evolving global marketplace.
International and Regional Studies
You can earn either an MA or MS in International and Regional Studies*. These degrees enable students to pursue tracks in international studies or to focus on a specific world region, including Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, Central Eurasia, the Middle East, and East Asia. The M.S. is designed especially for students who are interested in using data to address global issues. In both degrees, you can acquire deep thematic and/or regional expertise, tailoring your studies to match your interests and professional goals. Your education will follow a multidisciplinary path, allowing you to explore complex global issues from a variety of perspectives and disciplines, preparing you to succeed in academia or in careers in the private or public sectors.