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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“If you are seeking a small, family-like cohort full of diverse people, ideas, and staff—SIA is the program for you. My objective in life is to make a difference everywhere I go. Being at SIA gave me that opportunity and also reassured me that no milestone is unreachable.”
Berenice Beltrán Maldonado, Class of 2020, Community Organizer, Voces de la Frontera
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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September 15, 2026
SIA Director Mitchell P. Smith publishes new book, ‘The Great Perceptual Divide’
September 03, 2026
School of International Affairs welcomes class of 2028
August 24, 2026
Professor Canepari selected as 2026-2027 CFR Education Ambassador
August 18, 2026
Dr. McClennen publishes new book, "Modern Political Satire: An Introduction"
Events
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Oct
13
International Affairs Discussion
Date & Time: October 13, 2026 | 12:45 PM – 01:45 PM
Location: Katz 236
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International Affairs Discussion
Date & Time: November 10, 2026 from 12:45 PM–01:45 PM
Location: Katz Room 236
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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