Educational Approach
Flexible, Research-Based, Hands-On
The Korbel School offers some of the highest-rated international studies programs in the country. Our programs can be customized to match the requirements of the perpetually evolving government, non-profit and private business sectors. While every degree has specific requirements, there are a number of ways to fulfill them. You're free to personalize your studies with electives, internships and study abroad programs.
At Korbel you can expect to receive hands-on training through experiential learning and research. Our students are tasked with identifying today's most significant global challenges and using knowledge as a tool to solve them. As an international school, we emphasize inclusive and academic excellence. As such, our commitment to better the world starts with our approach to education.
14th The Josef Korbel School of International Studies is ranked 14th in the world among master’s programs for policy careers in international relations, according to Foreign Policy magazine
30 Korbel students hail from over 30 different countries.
18:1 Average student-faculty ratio.
Korbel Stories

Advancing Global Peace
Two grants from the Carnegie Corporation of New York back a study into global peace and security by the Sié Chéou-Kang Center.

Student Highlight
At this year’s Black Male Initiative Summit, Gianni Di Cioccio witnessed a moment he will carry with him when he graduates with his MA from the Josef Korbel School of International Studies.

Explore Our Academic Programs
Learn how you can customize your international education.