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Dr. Sarah Tenney Sharman: tenneys1@citadel.edu

Mission Statement

The Master of Arts in International Politics and Military Affairs at The Citadel is designed to meet the needs of the US military, federal governmental agencies, international governmental and non-governmental organizations, multinational business enterprises, and others interested in gaining greater knowledge about the field of international politics.

This program is designed to prepare international affairs professionals who wish to gain a broad understanding of the increasingly complex political, economic, and social issues that transcend national boundaries. It offers students an opportunity to expand their knowledge of the theoretical and policy issues affected by international politics and culture, the ideas and values that influence the behavior of state and non-state actors, and the leadership principles needed to wrestle with everyday political and organizational life. The program’s design allows students to hone the critical thinking, analytical, leadership, and communication skills needed to successfully foster transnational relationships in an increasingly globalized environment.

Unlike ‘traditional’ graduate programs that tend to take a highly theoretical and conceptual track in preparing students for further academic research, The Citadel’s master’s program takes a ‘nuts-and-bolts’ approach to develop international affairs professionals with the practical skills needed to pursue careers as military officers, policy analysts, foreign service officers, international civil servants, and business leaders as well as positions related to economic development, nation building, and humanitarian affairs.

Admission Requirements

1. Completion of the online graduate application along with the non-refundable application fee.
2. Submission of official transcripts from the undergraduate institution conferring the applicant’s bachelor degree and transcripts from all postgraduate institutions attended.
3. Provide a written statement of purpose setting forth your intentions, goals, and preparation for graduate study.
4. Provide at least two academic letters of recommendation addressing the student’s ability to undertake coursework at the graduate level.

Students may be considered for provisional admission who fall slightly below traditional admission standards. Upon completion of the first six hours of degree coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.50, the student will be fully admitted and allowed to continue on with the degree.

Admission to the Master of Arts in International Politics and Military Affairs program is a competitive process. The program is looking for the best qualified persons, taking into account candidates’ scholastic and professional achievement along with their aptitude for graduate study and experience.