Whether studying political science, intelligence and security studies, or international relations and affairs, study abroad is a natural complement to a four-year degree. IFSA’s worldwide portfolio has extensive options to meet your personal, academic and professional needs, through niche programs curated by IFSA and through a network of high caliber institutions around the world. IFSA’s CHART database has thousands of classes recently taken by IFSA students which are tagged to political science, with significant offerings in research and even writing intensive classes, if needed. And, CHART offers the option to IFSA’s academic experts to identify new or existing classes which align with your home institution’s unique curricular requirements for the perfect fit for your term abroad.
Featured Programs
IFSA Study in Shanghai: Intensive Chinese Language
IFSA Study in Shanghai: International Business
IFSA Seville Universities Program
IFSA Chilean Universities Program, Santiago
IFSA Barcelona Universities Program: UPF
IFSA Student Stories
“The IFSA advisors were extremely communicative and made an effort to learn about my interests and career goals. I couldn’t be happier with my internship placement in Prague!”
Lisa Vetyuhova
Student, Remote Internships
“I think about my time abroad ALL THE TIME, and believe it or not, it comes up in almost all of my conversations. It truly was the best experience of my life!”
Sierra Buscher
Student, Italy
“Through my IFSA program, I volunteered at a travel startup where I initiated and developed a six-month lesson plan for the first English teaching program in a Mayan community, created a cost plan for program volunteers, and translated itineraries.”
Erin Harris
Student, Mexico
“The connections I made during my time in Scotland was the most enjoyable aspect of my IFSA study abroad abroad experience. Being part of the St. Andrews basketball team really facilitated my relationship with the campus and its students.”
Anne Ridenhour
Student, Scotland
“Through IFSA, I learned to enjoy the small things in life, was able to better understand a culture different from mine, developed intellectually through independent study, and improved my Spanish.”
Wilnaphekie Taloute
Student, Cuba
“My IFSA program was amazing. They really do a great job making sure you adjust well and are well equipped for your time abroad.”
Cole Wilsey
Student, Ireland
