Degree Information

In Texas and throughout the United States, demand for graduates with knowledge of international business, cultural and area studies, and language skills continues to increase. The growing movement toward intercontinental and international trade blocs, such as NAFTA and the European Union, has created a need for persons who are not only skilled in business and communications technology, but also cultural understanding and international business practices. The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (BAIS) degree offered by the Center addresses this need and prepares students for work in multinational corporations, state and federal governmental agencies with international divisions, and nonprofit organizations.

Degree Requirements

All majors in International Studies are required to have sophomore standing and maintain a 3.00 Texas State GPA. In addition, all majors are required to complete the Texas State general education core curriculum (including the additional College of Liberal Arts requirements), the International Studies core, the International Studies major courses, and a minor. Students must meet all course prerequisites.


Catalog designation determines which requirements you must fulfill. If you do not know your catalog year, or feel it may be incorrect, please contact the Center for International Studies advisor.