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Graduate Certificate in Advanced International Affairs – The Bush School DC

Certificate in Advanced International Affairs - Bush School DC

Admissions Overview

Admissions:

Accepting applications now for Fall 2025.

Application decisions will be made within 2 to 3 weeks from when completed applications are submitted. For information on application procedures, please contact the Assistant Director of Admissions, Tory Haynes at tory.haynes@tamu.edu. To set up a virtual appointment with Tory, schedule here.

Fall 2025 Application

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree is required.

How to Apply

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced International Affairs program application is submitted through GradCAS, along with the applicant’s supporting documents.  

  • GradCAS Application
    • Program Name: Certificate in Advanced International Affairs (Washington, D.C.)
  • Application Fee
    • Pay non-refundable application fee – $89 for domestic applicants / $114 for international applicants

International Applicants

For international applicants, The Bush School DC requires additional documentation to the items listed below. Please visit our International Applicants page for more information.

Supporting Documents

Supporting documents will be uploaded directly into the GradCAS application portal.

Statement of purpose:

In 500 words or less, please address the following topics:

  • Highlight your background, skills, and interests (including details about your professional experience in the field).
  • Who you are, your future goals, and research interests.
  • How will obtaining the CAIA from The Bush School DC help you achieve your goals?

Professional resume:

Resumes should be a max of three pages, include dates (months/year), details of all international related experience, and consist of the following sections:

  • Name and Contact Information
  • Education
  • Work/Internship Experience and Military Service/Duties
  • International Experience
  • Skills and Certifications (language, software, clearance, etc.)
  • Leadership, Service, Organizations, and Honors

Unofficial Transcripts:

Unofficial transcripts from each 4-year educational institution attended, beginning with undergraduate education can be used for your application review.

  • You must submit transcripts from all colleges or universities attended (excluding community colleges). 
  • Transcripts for study abroad programs must also be submitted.
  • If admitted, you must send an official transcript(s) to Texas A&M Office of Graduate Admissions (see below).

Submitting Official Transcripts:

  • Send Electronic Transcripts (preferred method) by SPEEDE, eSCRIP-SAFE, PARCHMENT and National Student Clearinghouse to admissions@tamu.edu.
  • Mailed to Texas A&M Graduate Admissions Processing in a sealed envelope with the registrar’s signature or stamp across the seal.
    • (U.S. Postal Service)
      Graduate Admissions Processing
      Office of Admissions
      Texas A&M University
      P.O. Box 40001
      College Station, TX 77842-4001
  • You do not need to submit a transcript from Texas A&M University.
  • Please do not submit official transcripts to the Bush School DC via email or mail; we cannot process official transcripts.
  • International Students, please visit the International Applicants page for more information.
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