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International Development Major

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Houghton College

Program Overview

The program provides an intellectual, spiritual and practical foundation by which graduates may engage the many forms of development in strategic and sustainable ways. The major draws on the methodologies and perspectives of development practice, and related social sciences such as anthropology, through integrating the theory of intercultural development work with experiential learning in intercultural settings.All international development majors are required to choose a second major or two minors to bring the skillset of a specific discipline to bear on development problems and potentials. Areas of study for majors and minors include art, biology, business administration, communication, political science, sociology and religion. Other areas of study for minors add economics, education, environmental stewardship, linguistics, management, missions and public health.

Program Key Stats




Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Students that have attended high school outside of the United States and Canada must have your high school transcript(s) evaluated through one of these organizations

Career Options

  • Activist
  • Community Worker
  • Fundraiser
  • Child Welfare Policy Analyst
  • Community EconomicDevelopment Officer
  • Development Service Worker
  • International Aide and Development Project Analyst
  • International Relations Specialist

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