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Overview
The Master of International Policy (MIP) educates those who have established their careers in international affairs and national security. Students admitted to the program will have at least four years of professional experience in those fields, broadly understood. The degree is offered in person at the Bush School Washington, DC.
Curriculum:
The Master of International Policy program is a 30-credit-hour (10 courses) program with no capstone or thesis project requirement.
The curriculum consists of two required courses (6 credit hours) in theory and practice of international politics and in global economy fundamentals. Additional electives are chosen from national security, intelligence, and regional studies courses.
The MIP degree can be completed either on a part-time or full-time basis.
- The curriculum consists of two required courses:
- INTA 606—The Theory and Practice of International Politics (3 credit hours)
- INTA 608—Fundamentals of Global Economy (3 credit hours)
- Students take eight elective courses (24 credit hours) in National Security, Intelligence, and Regional Studies.
Admissions
Now accepting applications for Fall 2025. Visit our Admissions page for information and resources on applying to The Bush School DC.
For Admissions questions, please contact the Bush School DC Assistant Director of Admissions, Tory Haynes, at tory.haynes@tamu.edu
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and at least four years of professional experience, broadly understood, in international affairs are required.
Cost
The Bush School DC is committed to supporting graduate students as they pursue careers in public service. The Bush School DC offers an affordable fixed rate tuition:
- Cost: $1,300 per credit hour (3-credit-hour course = $3,900)
