Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

What you'll study

The curriculum blends American and comparative government, international relations and regional studies with security and professional development coursework. Required courses listed in the program include:

• American National Government
• Comparative Government
• International Relations
• Contemporary Africa
• Government & Politics of Latin America and the Caribbean
• American Foreign Policy
• National Security Policy
• Scope and Methods
• Senior Research Seminar
• Introduction to Professional Development
• Advanced Professional Development
• 9 hours of major electives
• 12 hours of foreign language

Entry requirements

The degree requires completion of 120 credit hours and all University general education requirements. Majors must complete the listed major courses, 12 credit hours in a foreign language, and an 18‑credit hour minor in an approved discipline that follows the minor department's requirements. The program is delivered online.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for internationally focused roles in government, corporate and non‑profit sectors. Typical positions aligned with the program include government relations associate, foreign service officer, immigration specialist, intelligence analyst, international business manager, non‑profit manager and policy advisor.

Scholarships & funding angle

Specific scholarships are not listed on the program page. Prospective students should consult university financial aid and scholarship offices for online‑student funding, institutionwide awards, federal aid eligibility and discipline‑specific scholarships tied to political science, international affairs or language study.