Penn State School of International Affairs
Advance Your Global Career
The School of International Affairs helps prepare students for career success in the fields of policy, diplomacy, security, development, and more. Become a global leader at SIA!
Flexibility at its finest.
Penn State School of International Affairs (SIA) gives you the power and flexibility to customize your program options. This will allow you to focus on what's most important to you and your career.
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Learn by doing
Engage in role-playing simulations, briefings, negotiations, mock trials, drafting project proposals, and more.
At SIA you will gain expertise in contemporary global issues while learning the fundamentals of international relations that will shape the world for decades to come.
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Grow your network
Internationally recognized scholars and seasoned former officials comprise our faculty of engaging and passionate educators.
Their connections become your connections.
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“I’m so happy I chose to pursue my master's degree at SIA where I was surrounded daily by professors, faculty, and peers who challenged and supported me to become a better academic, professional, and individual. SIA provided me with a wonderful foundation to be successful in my professional life.”
Kaimyn Paszko, Class of 2020, Program Officer for Gender, Women and Democracy, National Democratic Institute for International Affairs
SIA At a Glance
Class of 2027
50
Students
13
U.S. States
19
Countries
25
Languages
25
Undergraduate Majors
36%
First-gen graduate students
2
U.S. military members
2
Fulbright recipients
SIA News
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August 11, 2026
Professor Fedderke and SIA alumnus publish article on ‘Brain Drain and Productivity Growth’
August 04, 2026
Professor Ransom helps lead students on Costa Rica study trip
July 30, 2026
Former Amb. & Prof. Emeritus Dennis Jett's latest: What Trump and Netanyahu Have in Common
July 30, 2026
Why is the U.S. undermining the International Criminal Court? Former Amb. & Prof. Emeritus Dennis Jett shares thoughts
Events
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Aug
21
Fall 2026 Orientation
Date & Time: August 21, 2026 | 08:00 AM – August 28, 2026 | 01:00 PM
Location: Katz Building / Sunset Park
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Penn State SIA Fall 2026 Colloquium Series
Date & Time: August 26, 2026 from 01:00 PM–December 02, 2026 at 02:15 PM