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Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies San Jose State University San Jose State University, USA

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USD 18490

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 70

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The purpose of our program is to better understand phenomena that bridge or know no boundaries and apply that knowledge to becoming better global citizens. Examples of global phenomena include rivers crossing international boundaries, Pokemon, and the complex supply chain that resulted in the production of your smart phone. We pride ourselves on being a unique interdisciplinary degree program that allows students to take classes from over a dozen different departments at SJSU ranging from Anthropology to Engineering. A unique highlight of our program is a culminating study abroad opportunity that our students describe as “life changing.” Global Studies majors and minors learn to look at the world critically and holistically. They also learn to appreciate and understand other cultures. By taking a set of core classes in issue and theory, combined with electives in sustainability, security and technology, development and human rights, and culture and society, global studies students develop the mature perspective needed to thrive and lead in today’s complex world. Recent Global Studies graduates have gone on to a wide variety of jobs right after graduation in education, healthcare, the Peace Corps, and high tech. Annually, several graduates also continue on to graduate school in fields such as law, medicine, and international relations.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    6 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    44 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    95 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    18490

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 70

    Application Fee
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    23000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Merit Based Scholarship

    Global Spartan Scholarship:

    • Open to new and continuing SJSU international students at both levels
    • Only available to new students enrolled in the fall intake
    • Application is required (student will receive the email on registered email id)

    More Scholarship opportunities available to apply for after the first full-time semester

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