The Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies (HLS) is a leading international affairs school, specializing in languages and area studies. We teach more languages — 80 — than any university in the U.S.
Choose from 7 undergraduate majors and 3 BA/MA degrees to prepare for careers in foreign affairs/policy, global institutions, government, private industry, and academia. Learn more below and request information.
#1Number of Foreign Languages Taught in the Us (80)
#1Language Flagship Programs in the Us (Arabic, Chinese, Russian)
#1Available Foreign Language & Area Studies Fellowships
There is no place like the Hamilton Lugar School for globally immersive opportunities:
300+ Study Abroad Options
HLS Living-Learning Center
3 Language Flagships
Student Life
Faculty are former diplomats and internationally recognized scholars who can connect you to networks in DC and around the world. Our low faculty/student ratio means professors will know you individually — a strong career advantage.
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