At a Glance IR/PS was established in 1986 at UC San Diego and is the only professional school of international relations in the University of California system. 2,500+ alumni have assumed positions of leadership in businesses, governments and nonprofits throughout the world.
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2013-14 ENROLLMENT PROFILE
School of International Relations and Pacific Studies
DEGREE PROGRAMS Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Master in International Affairs (B.A./MIA)
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enrolled in 2013-14
Master of Pacific International Affairs (MPIA) in 237 enrolled 2013-14
Average age: 26 years old Average work experience: 2.5 years
Master of Advanced Studies in International Affairs (MAS-IA)
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enrolled in 2013-14
Average age: 35 years old Average work experience: 8 years
Ph.D. in Political Science and
International Affairs
58% Domestic
42% International
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
The Global Leadership Institute is the executive education program at IR/PS. Professionals enhance their careers through customized, non-degree academic certificate programs designed to match specific interests and lengths of study.
Contact Admissions at irps-apply@ucsd.edu Visit us online at irps.ucsd.edu School of International Relations and Pacific Studies | UC San Diego 9500 Gilman Drive, #0519 | La Jolla, CA 92093-0519 | (858) 534-2660
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Students specialize in business, politics, economics and public policy in the Pacific region. Curriculum includes core classes plus a selected career track and regional specialization. Career Tracks (B.A./MIA and MPIA) International Development & Nonprofit Management International Economics • International Environmental Policy International Management • International Politics Public Policy Career Tracks (MAS-IA) Environmental Policy & Sustainability International Political Economy • International Public Policy Security of the Asia-Pacific • International Relations Regions (B.A./MIA, MPIA, MAS-IA) China • Japan • Korea • Latin America • Southeast Asia
CLASS OF 2012 EMPLOYMENT DATA Graduates were hired at a variety of organizations (sample): The Asia Foundation, Children International, Consulate of Japan, International Monetary Fund, Louis Berger Group, National Security Agency, Peterson Institute for Economics, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Qualcomm, Sony Electronics, USAID, U.S. Dept. of Commerce, U.S. Dept. of State, WorldVision, The World Bank
2%
Further Education
19%
Public
24%
Nonprofit, Multilateral
55%
Private
SECTORS
4%
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Diplomacy Energy International Development Technology
GLOBAL AND NATIONAL RANKINGS OF NOTE 14th Best University in the World
2013 Academic Ranking of World Universities
Consulting
79%
Finance
9th Best Public University in the Nation U.S. News & World Report 2013 Best Colleges Guidebook
Graduate Programs Ranked Top 25 “America’s Best Graduate Schools” Guidebook by U.S. News Media Group
4th in California and 12th nationally on the Peace Corps’ 2014 list of “Top Colleges and Universities.” Currently, 54 UC San Diego alumni serve as Peace Corps volunteers.
China Korea Other Latin America Japan
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REGIONS
FACULTY RESEARCH Students have unmatched access to internationally renowned faculty who integrate rigorous scholarship with an enthusiasm for teaching and active engagement in and out of the classroom. They are participants in far-reaching networks of government, industry and non-governmental organizations. Core faculty are complemented by numerous lectures, visiting faculty and affiliated scholars throughout the year. Faculty-led research centers and programs engage and produce new ideas that span global communities and support the core teaching curriculum. IR/PS and its research centers host distinguished visitors and present public lectures, conferences and workshops on a variety of Pacific region topics.
1st in the Nation for Positive Impact
Washington Monthly’s College Guide, based on social mobility, research productivity and civic engagement
Southeast Asia
Think Tank
INDUSTRY (SAMPLE)
UC San Diego is a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public institution that provides opportunity for all. Recognized as one of the top 15 research universities worldwide, a culture of collaboration sparks discoveries that advance society and drive economic impact.
Top School for Peace Corps Service
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Centers and Programs 21st Century China Program Center on Emerging and Pacific Economies
Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies Fudan-UC Center on Contemporary China
Global Information Industry Center Korea-Pacific Program
Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation Laboratory on International Law and Regulation Policy Design and Evaluation Laboratory