Prospective Students

IAFS Major & Minor Flyer

The International Affairs Program (IAFS) at University of Colorado Boulder is a flexible, interdisciplinary program that prepares you to understand—and shape—the world.

From diplomacy and international development to global security, climate policy, and human rights, IAFS students tackle real-world challenges with hands-on learning, global perspectives, and critical thinking skills.

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Comprehensive and Interdisciplinary

International Affairs majors and minors begin their studies with a survey of the most compelling global issues of the day and create detailed analyses of international relations and economics. Our major and minor requirements include courses from the Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History and Political Science departments, as well as other departments across the college and campus.Ìý

IAFS Majors and Minors complete courses across four Functional Areas:

  • Development & Culture
  • International Economics, Business, & Political Economy
  • Political Geography, International Security, & Foreign Policy
  • Institutions, Rights, & Norms

IAFS Majors select a Geographic Concentration to explore a specific part of the world in depth:

  • Africa & Middle East
  • Asia
  • Europe & Eurasia
  • Latin America

This focus includes language proficiency and culturally-informed study, giving you a competitive edge in careers and graduate programs.

Experience Beyond the Classroom

IAFS is aÌýflexible and robust programÌýthat encourages students to:

IAFS students thrive byÌýengaging on campus and in the community:

Where Can IAFS Take You?

Graduates pursue careers in:

  • Foreign Service & Diplomacy
  • Government & Public Policy
  • International Development & NGOs
  • Education & Academia
  • Business & International Trade
  • Law & Legal Advocacy

They work locally, nationally, and globally—making a tangible impact in the world.Ìý

Our alumni are making an impact in government, business, nonprofits, law, education, and international organizations — across the U.S. and around the globe. Explore our IAFS Alumni Spotlights to discover the many paths IAFS graduates pursue.Ìý