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Bachelor of Arts in International Development and Social Change

Clark University

USA,Massachusetts

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 48,250/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 60 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1887

Total Students: 3,122 +

Int. Students: 390 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

950 Main Street Worcester, MA 01610

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Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in International Development and Social Change

Program Overview

In the International Development and Social Change program, students learn from people who are actively engaged in vital world issues, for example, post disaster reconstruction in Sri Lanka and Puerto Rico, reproductive health in Senegal, land use planning and climate change in Bolivia, and social justice and education in South Africa. The program begins by building a foundation to help students to understand and think critically about the social, political, economic and cultural dynamics shaping the world. Courses provide important insights on how the developed and developing worlds are linked historically and at present. Clark University is one of the few universities in the nation to offer a liberal-arts major in international development.

Beyond the classroom-in workshops, panels, and informal gatherings-international development and social change majors learn from faculty, as well as from undergraduate and graduate students, with field experience from around the world. Students have the opportunity to expand their knowledge with hands-on experience through internships and field research.

As a major in this program, you will be part of a diverse student body and discover a program that offers intellectual excitement, insightful perspectives and stimulating ideas. International development students explore strategic political action by developing an awareness of the complexities and contradictions of global power relations. You will learn the history of social change around the world from professors who have been involved in social change in Asia, South America and Africa. Students in this major become thinkers and doers who are prepared to tackle the challenges of development in the 21st century.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 60 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 48,250 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Clark University

CAD 14,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 51.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Clark Merit Scholarships:

Clark University offers a variety of merit and achievement based scholarships. All applicants are automatically considered for these scholarships. There is no need for a separate application.
Presidential Scholarship (additional application required):
The Presidential Scholarship is a highly esteemed scholarship awarded to approximately five exceptional students annually. It recognizes individuals who stand out due to their outstanding academic achievements and leadership potential, placing them among the top applicants to Clark.

Private Scholarships:

As an international student, you may be eligible for additional scholarships offered by local, statewide and national organizations.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.