Global Scholars Program | School of International Service | American University, Washington, D.C.

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"The innovative Global Scholars Program enables students to graduate in three years with a broad liberal arts education in international affairs along with hands-on knowledge and experience.”
- James M. Goldgeier, Dean

The Global Scholars Program is a rigorous accelerated course of study designed for outstanding entering freshmen passionate about creating meaningful change in the world. The Program allows 25 School of International Service (SIS) first-year students to enroll in a three-year B.A. program with the option of considering a four-year B.A./M.A. Through a carefully planned sequence of courses, students will:

take SIS foundation courses as a cohort;
have the opportunity to study abroad during the summer or the academic year;
compete for funding for major research awards and internships between the second and third year of study;
receive support from program faculty, staff and SIS alumni with career/internship placement;
organize community service and activities outside of the classroom as a cohort.

Become a Global Scholar

A great way to find out more about the program is to join American University's Preview Day on Monday, October 8. For more information please visit the Admissions page.

To find out more about admissions requirements and the application process, visit the Global Scholars Application page.