The Bachelor of Arts in international studies (BAIS) is an interdisciplinary program that offers students a chance to explore the interrelations among nations and peoples and to study world affairs from a variety of perspectives. The BAIS major and minor center on studies in foreign languages and cultures, geography, history, and political science. Students have considerable flexibility to structure their academic programs to meet their particular needs and interests or to focus in a variety of geographical or topical fields.

A degree program in international studies can lead to a career in international publications, or at agencies such as the U.S. Agency for International Development, the World Health Organization, or in other government departments and embassies. Additionally, those who have completed a degree program in international studies can embark on careers as diplomats in international visitors councils, or as public affairs coordinators in organizations with international clients. However, the international studies career path is not limited to the work stated above. Additional industries in which graduates of the international studies degree program are qualified to work include agricultural economics, sales, banking and finance, labor relations, travel coordinating, hospitality, journalism, humanitarian services and human resources. Domestic and foreign corporations, international marketing firms, international trade firms, convention and visitors' bureaus, international airlines, and contracting and consulting firms are all places that employ people with an international studies education.