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The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.

The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is an interdisciplinary degree that enables students to better understand today's world and prepares them for graduate study and/or employment in a broad range of professional fields. Students in this major an International Educational Experience, consisting of a study abroad program, an internship overseas, or an internship with an international focus in the United States. Completion of this requirement is marked on a student's transcript through registration in the 0-credit course INS3950 International Educational Experience during the semester of the activity in question. International Studies majors must study a foreign language through the Intermediate II level or demonstrate equivalent proficiency, and are encouraged to minor or double major in a foreign language.

Admitted students should self-enroll in the to connect with the Program Director and for important information regarding the major.

SUGGESTED PATHS: Students may tailor this degree to their specific interests, designing their own route through the options listed on the Program of Study in the university catalog. Alternatively, students may consult the suggested paths, detailed on the International Studies website, related to a variety of professional directions and academic areas. Visit the International Studies website for additional information.

Career Planning
Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services and resources. First-Year students should visit the webpage and Sophomore or higher level students with a declared COAS major should visit the College of Arts and Sciences Career Success Center.

Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.

Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.

• Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc).
• Students should complete INS3003 Introduction to International Studies in their freshman year. INS3003 is offered in the spring term only and should be completed no later than spring of the sophomore year (Term 4 on the Map).
• Students must undertake an international educational experience (Study Abroad or internationally focused internship). See the program's policy regarding this requirement. Visit the Study Abroad webpage for additional information.
• Students must study a language through the Intermediate level (or demonstrate equivalent proficiency). Faculty recommend completion of foreign language through the Intermediate Level II by Term 4.
• Students must take 27 hours of Major Electives to include: one course in Comparative Politics or International Relations; one course in Culture and Society; one course in History; one course in Economics or Geography; one course in Philosophy or Religious Studies; one course in Literature, Film and the Fine Arts; one course in Methods, Theories and Skills; and two courses in Various Topics to include any courses listed in the preceding sections. See course options for all Major Electives sections in the university catalog or on the Degree Evaluation.

• DOUBLE MAJORS/DUAL DEGREES: We provide suggested templates for combining this program of study with several related majors, including Africana Studies, Anthropology, Art History, Economics, French and Francophone Studies, History, International Business, Philosophy, Political Science, Religious Studies, Spanish, Social Work, and Sociology. See the program website for more information. 

• POLICY ON DOUBLE COUNTING: At least 15 credit hours of coursework must be exclusive to this major. Because this major involves a total of 33 credit hours, a student may count up to 18 credit hours between this major and other programs of study (majors, minors or graduate-level programs).

• HONORS IN THE MAJOR: International Studies offers students the opportunity to earn Honors in the Major, a distinction that is documented on their transcript and diploma. See the program website for more information.
• UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE: Depending on the electives they choose as part of this major, students in International Studies can earn the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Peace Corps Prep Certificate and the Undergraduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with little or no additional coursework or practical experience.
• ACCELERATED PATHS INTO GRADUATE PROGRAMS: Students in this major can apply to participate in accelerated paths into the selected graduate programs at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ, including the Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA), the Master of Social Work (MSW), the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Accepted students are permitted to take a specified number of graduate-level courses (the number varies by graduate program) while still undergraduates, double count those courses to both the B.A. in International Studies and the respective graduate program, and, upon completion of the undergraduate degree, enter the graduate program through an expedited application process. See the program website for more information. 
• This Major requires a Minor. See a complete list of minors in the undergraduate catalog. Minors are generally completed during the last 60 hrs of your program. Your minor may require prerequisites, so choosing a minor early is beneficial. See your academic advisor to declare a minor. Double majors are exempt from a minor.
• Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
• A course offering sheet is available each semester summarizing the courses offered by each department that count toward the International Studies major. This information is also available through the College of Arts and Science Advising Office and from the Program Director. For additional information, visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.
• INS4930 International Studies Senior Research Seminar (Term 7) is currently offered in fall term only. Students who may be unable to take this course in the fall of their senior year, due to study abroad or for other reasons, may request permission from the program director to take it earlier.
• A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree. Students may need to complete Free Elective credit at the upper level (3000/4000) to satisfy the minimum 48 semester hours of upper level hours for graduation.