International Direct - Bachelor of Arts - International Studies - Africa

International direct admission to Louisiana State University (LSU) is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so student can excel in school and prepare for a successful future.

As an international direct student at Louisiana State University, student will receive:

In Bachelor of Arts in International Studies program, they can expect to gain a wide-ranging view of world issues while focusing on a particular geographic region or areas such as global diplomacy. In international studies, they will also have opportunities to participate in study abroad programs and develop in-depth knowledge of the languages and cultures of their chosen area. There are concentrations available with the BA International Studies:

Africa concentration focuses on the politics, history, folklore, and culture of Sub Saharan Africa. This region has close cultural ties with the United States, and supplies a number of important resources which are shipped through the Port of New Orleans including cocoa, coffee, and rubber. Dramatic economic conditions in some parts of Africa highlight the urgent need for sustainable economic development. 

The potential career paths for graduates are: