2024 Best International Relations Schools in the Far Western US Region
29
Colleges in the Far Western US Region
1,196
International Relations Degrees Awarded
Ranked #63 in popularity,
international relations is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the nation. This means there are lots of options to choose from when you decide to get your degree.
For its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 29 schools in the Far Western US Region to determine which ones were the best for international relations students pursuing a degree. Combined, these schools handed out 1,196 degrees in international relations to qualified students.
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Choosing a Great International Relations School
The international relations program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for International Relations rankings. For our Best Overall International Relations School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
You may want to choose one of the degree levels below to find the schools of most interest to you.
Pick Your International Relations Degree Level
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best International Relations Schools in the Far Western US Region list, to help you choose the best school for you.
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Best Schools for International Relations in the Far Western US Region
Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the international relations degree levels they offer.
10 Top Far Western US Region Schools in International Relations
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
6th
Most Popular In CA
66
International Relations Degrees Awarded
Stanford University is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a degree in international relations. Stanford is a large private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Stanford. A Best Colleges rank of #3 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Stanford is a great university overall.
There were about 66 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Stanford in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in international relations from Stanford University
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In CA
190
International Relations Degrees Awarded
University of Southern California is a great choice for students pursuing a degree in international relations. USC is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Los Angeles. A Best Colleges rank of #11 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means USC is a great university overall.
There were about 190 international relations students who graduated with this degree at USC in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in international relations from University of Southern California
Claremont McKenna College is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a degree in international relations. Located in the large suburb of Claremont, Claremont McKenna is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #13 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Claremont McKenna is a great college overall.
There were approximately 24 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Claremont McKenna in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in international relations from Claremont McKenna College
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In CA
108
International Relations Degrees Awarded
University of California - San Diego is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a degree in international relations. UCSD is a fairly large public university located in the city of La Jolla. A Best Colleges rank of #38 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means UCSD is a great university overall.
There were about 108 international relations students who graduated with this degree at UCSD in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in international relations from University of California - San Diego
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In CA
151
International Relations Degrees Awarded
Located in the small suburb of Davis, UC Davis is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #52 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means UC Davis is a great university overall.
There were about 151 international relations students who graduated with this degree at UC Davis in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in international relations from University of California - Davis
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
11th
Most Popular In CA
31
International Relations Degrees Awarded
Oxy is a small private not-for-profit college located in the city of Los Angeles. A Best Colleges rank of #180 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Oxy is a great college overall.
There were about 31 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Oxy in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in international relations from Occidental College
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
16th
Most Popular In CA
Located in the large suburb of Claremont, Pomona is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #57 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Pomona is a great college overall.
There were approximately 9 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Pomona in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in international relations from Pomona College
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
8th
Most Popular In CA
49
International Relations Degrees Awarded
Middlebury Institute is a fairly small private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Monterey. This school ranks 34th out of 168 schools for overall quality in the state of California.
There were roughly 49 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Middlebury Institute in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in international relations from Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
7th
Most Popular In CA
51
International Relations Degrees Awarded
Loyola Marymount is a large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Los Angeles. A Best Colleges rank of #135 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Loyola Marymount is a great university overall.
There were roughly 51 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Loyola Marymount in the most recent year we have data available.
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Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
14th
Most Popular In CA
Located in the suburb of Claremont, Claremont Graduate University is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #185 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Claremont Graduate University is a great university overall.
There were approximately 11 international relations students who graduated with this degree at Claremont Graduate University in the most recent data year.
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