Master of Arts in International Relations - Peace, Security and Conflict

The M.A. in international relations prepares students to develop evidence-based solutions to address international issues. Combining coursework and real-world experience, the program will prepare you for meaningful careers serving the public good across all sectors-government agencies, nonprofit organizations, NGOs and private corporations. Security is critical to stability and development. New security challenges can emerge rapidly, forcing actors to confront complex and unfamiliar challenges while continuing to address historic tensions. Changing power relationships can create new anxieties. New technologies pose security threats and provide opportunities to promote peace. The rise of non-state actors forces governments and international organizations to adapt their strategies to better address human security.

As an applicant to one of our graduate programs, you’ll need to provide official documentation of having earned at least a U.S. bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) in another country. Personal statement Résumé Transcripts: Unofficial undergraduate transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required prior to enrollment. Letters of recommendation: Two (2) letters of recommendation from a current or previous faculty member or professional supervisor. English Proficiency Exam (international students only): TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, or the Cambridge English Assessment. Foreign language statement: A brief statement explaining how you will fulfill the foreign language requirement of the degree. Examples include native speaking of a non-English language, planning to take future coursework at Syracuse or a community college, four semesters of study at the collegiate level, etc.