Undergraduate Certificate in International Relations

Locations: On Campus, Online

Total Credit Hours: 15

Next Session Start: May 11, 2026

The Undergraduate Certificate in International Relations is an academic certificate offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that combines a love of country and government with a global political reach. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but want to study international issues, geopolitics and foreign policies—from a Christian worldview.

Explore the global issues that influence and shape contemporary and future government decision-making.
Examine the world’s critical problems, including terrorism, poverty, human trafficking, and pandemics.
Study the history of U.S. foreign policy, changing concepts of power, and the military.

This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in International Relations is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
GOVT 196	Introduction to the Study of Government	3	Explores some of the main fields within the discipline of government (e.g., comparative politics, political theory) as well as some of the main approaches to the study of government (e.g., interpretivism, behavioralism, institutionalism). Various theories of integration for the study and understanding of government are also introduced.
GOVT 204	International Relations	3	Evaluates the conduct of foreign affairs, policy, and relationships between nation-states in the international political community. Students are introduced to the history of the international order as well as to the leading international relations’ theories of realism, liberal internationalism, neo-conservatism, human rights, and Marxism.
GOVT 220	Comparative Politics	3	Offers a systematic exploration and comparison of the world’s political systems. Investigates key trends, patterns, and relationships that may offer explanations regarding the similarities and differences of those systems. As such, emphasis is placed on such topics as political economy, ethnic conflict, democratization, political corruption, and state and nation building.
GOVT 305	Contemporary Global Problems	3	Investigates the global problems that influence and shape contemporary and future government decision-making. Attention is given to such important problems as terrorism, poverty, human trafficking, disease, the digital revolution, the global economy, immigration as well as to how governments are responding to such challenges.
GOVT 340	American Foreign Policy	3	Examines the history of U.S. foreign policy up until the present era with special attention to topics such as U.S. military, economic, and human rights policy. Course also examines the changing concepts of power, the national interest, and grand strategy and learning in U.S. foreign policy as these relate to various world regions. Prerequisite: GOVT 204.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

Admissions Requirements

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Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Tuition & Fees

2026-27 Tuition Rates

Full-Time Students

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$415	12	$4,980
Biblical Studies	$415	12	$4,980
Business	$415	12	$4,980
Christian Ministry	$415	12	$4,980
Communication	$415	12	$4,980
Computer Science	$415	12	$4,980
Counseling	$415	12	$4,980
Criminal Justice	$415	12	$4,980
Cybersecurity	$415	12	$4,980
Finance	$415	12	$4,980
Government	$415	12	$4,980
Healthcare Studies	$415	12	$4,980
Human Resources	$415	12	$4,980
Information Systems	$415	12	$4,980
International Relations	$415	12	$4,980
Leadership Studies	$415	12	$4,980
Psychology	$415	12	$4,980

Part-Time Students

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$470	6	$2,820
Biblical Studies	$470	6	$2,820
Business	$470	6	$2,820
Christian Ministry	$470	6	$2,820
Communication	$470	6	$2,820
Computer Science	$470	6	$2,820
Counseling	$470	6	$2,820
Criminal Justice	$470	6	$2,820
Cyber Practitioner Preparation	$470	9	$4,230
Cybersecurity	$470	6	$2,820
Finance	$470	6	$2,820
Government	$470	6	$2,820
Healthcare Studies	$470	6	$2,820
Human Resources	$470	6	$2,820
Information Systems	$470	6	$2,820
International Relations	$470	6	$2,820
Leadership Studies	$470	6	$2,820
Psychology	$470	6	$2,820

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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