Master in International Affairs, Texas A&M University

The Master of International Affairs (MIA) at Texas A&M University provides a rigorous 48-credit curriculum at the Bush School, focusing on national security, diplomacy, and international development. Students choose between tracks in National Security and Diplomacy or International Development and Economic Policy, with a foreign language proficiency requirement for graduation. Key curriculum elements include quantitative analysis, global economy, and a collaborative team capstone project conducted for government or NGO clients. Notable features include study abroad programs and intensive summer internships or language immersions. The program is supported by research institutes like the Albritton Center for Grand Strategy and the Center for Nonproliferation Studies. Students develop critical skills in intelligence analysis, policy evaluation, and regional expertise. Career pathways include the Foreign Service, intelligence agencies, and international development organizations.