The International Studies major at Otterbein College is administered by the Department of History and Political Science, and is an interdisciplinary program offering students courses from foreign languages, history, political science, economics, business, sociology, art, literature, religion and philosophy. The program prepares students to understand different cultures, and to develop skills in comparative cultural analysis.

Students interested in women's studies, black studies, and the study of Native America will find several electives available to them as part of the International Studies major. As we continue to develop a global society, the International Studies major provides a systematic preparation through courses and first-hand experiences that will lead to specific preparation for employment or graduate study.

The International Studies major requires students to obtain competency in a foreign language. This competency can be obtained from classroom study, or may be achieved through Study Abroad. Otterbein College operates an exchange program with Roehampton University in London, and can assist students to pursue study abroad in dozens of other countries. Students for Otterbein College regularly take advantage of study abroad in Dijon, France, and also participate in the Semester at Sea program.

Students interested in experiential learning may also participate in the Model United Nations programs organized by the Department of History and Political Science. Academic credit is available to students who participate in Model UN activities.

Career options for students majoring in international studies include federal government positions, foreign service, health related occupations, import/export, international banking, international marketing, journalism, and translating/interpreting positions. Recent graduate have also pursued law school and graduate school.

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