INST, BA, Two-Year Plan

Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

Sample Plan for New Students

This plan assumes junior standing (90 credits), a transferable associate degree, and completion of specific course equivalents. For transfer details, visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide.

Degree Requirements

  • Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
  • Credits in Core: 60
  • Credits in College: 20 (including HIST 1210 and Language)
  • Credits in Major: 70
  • Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
  • Minimum Major GPA: 2.0

Resources for Success

  • Map out your courses on MySeattleU.
  • Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
  • Sign up for academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
  • Visit Advising Services for additional guidance.

Contact Information:
Arts & Sciences Advising: ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu
Seattle U Advising Services: seattleu.edu/advising

Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior

Year 1

Term Course Credits
Fall UCOR Module II* 5
Fall INST 2100 - World Geography 5
Fall Language 2150* 5
Winter UCOR Module II* 5
Winter INST 2000 - Global Cultural Citizenship 5
Winter Language 2250* 5
Spring INST 2300 - Introduction to Comparative Politics 5
Spring INST 3800 - Research in International Studies 5
Spring Language 2350* 5

Year 2

Term Course Credits
Fall Study Abroad: 15 credits of INST Electives, including a Non-Western Humanities elective 15
Winter INST 2600 - Introduction to International Politics 5
Winter UCOR Module III* 5
Spring INST 4900 - Senior Capstone* 5
Spring UCOR Module III* 5

University Core Requirements

  • Module I: Academic Writing, Quantitative Thinking, Creative Expression, Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences
  • Module II: Theological Explorations, Philosophy of the Human Person, Ethical Reasoning
  • Module III: Religion in a Global Context, Humanities & Global Challenges, Social Sciences & Global Challenges, Natural Sciences & Global Challenges

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