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The International Studies Program provides Ohio State's undergrads with the internationally-focused coursework to understand the world as it is today. We are part of the College of Arts & Sciences, and in cooperation with other colleges across campus, we offer interdisciplinary majors and minors that lead to a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science. Whether you're interested in world affairs, area studies, global business, or security & intelligence, we have a program for you.


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Registration for Spring 2026 courses is now open! Learn more about our courses by viewing our course gallery, or search and register for open courses.

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2025 ASC Research & Study Abroad Scholarships

Are you planning on conducting research or studying abroad in the 2025-2026 academic year? The College of Arts & Sciences has many different scholarships available to offset research and…

2025 Study Abroad Fair

The Office of International Affairs presents the 2025 Study Abroad Fair, which will be held on Wednesday, September 10 from 2 – 5 p.m. in the Archie Griffin East Ballroom at the Ohio Union.

Apply Now for the National Security Simulation

Ohio State's National Security Simulation, sponsored by the Mershon Center for International Security Studies, is now accepting applications for student participants. The 2025…

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New Course Added for Autumn 2025: Introduction to China & Japan

We've added a new course to our Autumn 2025 schedule! INTSTDS 2025: Introduction to China & Japan offers a multidisciplinary survey of contemporary Asian civilizations: their geographical and…

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