Customize Your Degree

students study abroad in Spain 2023Combine intense study of a foreign language and culture with preparation in your choice of professions in our flexible international studies program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. We consulted officers of multinational corporations in Detroit to create the program, which is designed to meet their need for employees with solid professional backgrounds and knowledge of other cultures, languages, and economic systems.

International studies also is a great second major. In many cases, courses you take for your first major will also fulfill the “professional studies” component of the international studies major, allowing you to count the courses toward both degrees.

Where an International Studies Degree Will Take You

A degree in international studies at -Dearborn opens a world of opportunities, whether you plan to work in the United States or abroad. It can qualify you to work in fields such as business, government, travel and tourism, journalism, education, and science and engineering, among many others.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the , and is meant to be averages across the United States for 2024. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.