International Relations Online Degrees

Gain knowledge and critical skills necessary to be successful in positions impacting international policy and development programs. In this program, you will examine the central concerns of international relations, including diplomacy, foreign policy analysis, international organizations, global development, and international relations theory. Explore and debate global economies, societies, and cultures.

Graduates from this program can find opportunities in international business positions; with non-governmental organizations such as the World Bank, Red Cross, and other humanitarian organizations; and within government agencies as planning and program officers, regional desk officers, and more.

Our programs enable you to start your career in international relations or advance your existing career. Take the next step and complete a no-fee application.

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• Available Programs

  • B.A. in International Relations
  • M.A. in International Relations and Conflict Resolution

• Why Choose AMU?

  Academic Quality meets Affordable Tuition

  American Military University (AMU) provides quality and affordable online education to U.S. Armed Forces, members of the public safety, service and national security communities, and working adults in a wide range of fields. AMU closely partners with industry organizations and is highly respected by public service, intelligence, homeland security and criminal justice communities for developing curriculum that is relevant to today’s job market. AMU is a member of the regionally accredited American Public University System. Here’s why more than 80,000 students make us their school of choice.

  • #1 ranked provider of education to the U.S. military*
  • Admission fees are waived for active duty, guard and reserve members 
  • No application or technology fees; and textbooks are provided at no cost to all undergraduate students earning academic credit 
  • Active duty tuition assistance covers 100% of undergraduate tuition and 75% of graduate tuition for up to six courses per year**
  • Affordable tuition that is 10 percent less than the average four-year public university’s in-state rates according to the College Board’s 2009-2010 study
  • Save time and money by transferring previous education and training credits
  • Nationally recognized for quality online education and effective practices 
  • Experienced faculty; many who are executives in government and nonprofit organizations including the United Nations, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency and Federal Emergency Management Agency.
  • 96% of APU seniors say they are satisfied or very satisfied with their education
  • 97% of APU seniors say they would recommend APU to friends and colleagues

  To get started, complete our no-fee application now.

  * based upon 2009 DoD enrollment figures for U.S. servicemembers
  ** refer to your service's policy on tuition assistance eligibility
  

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Student Spotlight

Kevin Bremer, Graduate
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations

After 22 years in the U.S. Army, retired SFC Kevin Bremer is now Deputy Director for International Fellows Program at U.S. Army War College. While on active duty, Kevin served half his career in the Military Police Corps and was later assigned to the Defense Intelligence Agency’s attaché service, serving in Nepal, Nicaragua, Bangladesh, Venezuela, Korea, and Germany. While serving in the Secretary of the Army Legislative Liaison Office, Kevin visited an additional 35 other countries, giving him the desire to pursue a B.A. in International Relations.

Kevin came to AMU with a head start on his bachelor’s program; he had earned an associate degree while on active duty. Kevin worked with AMU to transfer those credits — and more from other Army schools. As a veteran, Kevin especially appreciates that many of AMU’s professors are also vets — and AMU’s experience in working with those who have served — or are serving. He says his family has always been supportive of his studies and he can now tell his daughter, “See, at almost 50, if I can do it, so can you.”

Faculty Spotlight 

Patricia J. Campbell
Program Director
Ph.D.: University of Denver

Patricia J. Campbell received her B.A. from Illinois State University in Political Science and History and her Ph.D. in International Studies from the University of Denver. After receiving her Ph.D., she served as a Professor of Political Science at the University of West Georgia, where she held a variety of positions including Director of Global Studies and interim Department Chair. Additionally, Patricia is an adjunct professor of International Law at the University of West Florida.

Dr. Campbell has numerous publications in academic journals including Journal of Political Science Education, International Feminist Journal of Politics, African Studies Quarterly, Politics & Policy, and Africa Today. Conducting field work has provided her with the opportunity to spend a good deal of time in various African countries. She has been active serving on various committees of the American Political Science Association (APSA), most recently she was elected to the APSA's Committee on Teaching and Learning. When not traveling for research, Patricia prefers to travel via a bike or on foot with a backpack.