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Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

USA,Wisconsin

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 20,772/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

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USA, Wisconsin

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1956

Total Students: 25,000 +

Int. Students: 1,300 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Milwaukee, WI 53211, United States

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Scholarships
Student Visa
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Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies

Program Overview

UWM's Global Studies program combines the benefits of a liberal arts education with the training of a professional program to prepare students to work internationally or domestically on matters that cross borders and cultures. The College of Letters and Science and several of UWM's professional schools have formed a partnership to offer students this unique program of study that will prepare them for positions of global leadership in our increasingly interconnected world.

At UWM, Global Studies is a rigorous degree program incorporating classes across disciplines, including an extensive foreign language requirement. This challenging and rewarding program prepares students to excel in a job market that demands knowledge across subject areas and a culturally sensitive approach. The analytical, communication, cultural knowledge and language skills acquired through the Global Studies degree will serve students well in any area of work.

Global Studies students choose from one of five tracks:

Global Communications - with a focus on language, culture and the technology of modern, global communication (option for a joint degree between the College of Letters and Science and the School of Information Studies)
Global Management - focusing on business and the world economy (joint degree between the College of Letters and Science and the Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business)
Global Security - dealing with aspects of conflict and change such as water resources, war, human rights, borders, and global health
Global Sustainability - where students develop expertise in matters of the environment and government systems
Global Health - a track for students interested in global careers in healthcare, international aid, healthcare policy, international health education, health outreach, and international health regulations (option for a joint degree between the College of Letters and Science and the College of Nursing)

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
sep 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 20,772 per year

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

Living Cost in University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

CAD 8,500 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 - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 1,180.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 56.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

UWM has a scholarship program for newly admitted international undergraduate students. Scholarship award decisions are based on academic merit and the diversity of the candidate (i.e. how the candidate contributes to the diversity of UWM). Undergraduate students are considered for this scholarship upon admission; no separate application is required.
Funding for graduate students is awarded directly from the academic program. Contact your Graduate Representative for more information on funding available for your program.
Upto $ 6000

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.

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