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Experience Usild, No Matter Where You Are
The demand from working professionals and service members for flexible online learning has led our academic team to transform our international affairs and diplomatic programs to embrace digital and work in the online space. Now, we continue to pioneer online education through our research-based, and interactive experience.
Our online experience brings the United States Institute of Leadership and Diplomacy campus to you. You will benefit from both the flexibility of online learning and becoming a full member of the USILD community. This includes access to some of the leading voices in the international affairs community and resources unique to USILD’s location in the United States.
FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING
Are you looking for a flexible and convenient way to learn new skills? Our online learning platform offers a wide range of courses that you can take at your own pace, from anywhere the world. With expert instructors and interactive content, you'll have everything you need to achieve your goals and advance your career. Start learning today!
THE IMMERSIVE DIGITAL CAMPUS
The digital campus acts as your connection to the USILD’s resources and community. Everything you need to succeed is one click away, so you can benefit from the full Usild experience no matter where you are. You can also personalize the tools in your digital campus to fit your unique needs with the following features:
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a mobile app so that you can complete your work or attend class on the move
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dark mode to reduce strain on your eyes when completing work at night
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closed captioning and video transcripts of recordings for a clearer understanding or to reference while studying
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various video speeds so you can learn at your own pace
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streaming capabilities to view content on multiple screens such as a TV or iPad
The digital campus also hosts your interactive weekly assignments that are designed by Usild faculty specifically for the online space. All course work expands on the week’s in-class lessons and prepares you for the next live session with your professor.
A GLOBAL COMMUNITY
You will join a community of classmates, faculty, and alumni who are dedicated to influencing positive change in an ever-evolving and complex global environment.
Your classmates will come from diverse backgrounds, work in varying industries, and could be located all over the globe, bringing many different perspectives to the classroom.
Usild faculty are some of the leading voices in the international affairs community and are dedicated to remaining accessible for their students.
Our alumni network is vast and connected with over 20,000 SIS alumni and 130,000 AU alumni located around the world. When you graduate, you will join other influential forces serving the global community.
IN-PERSON IMMERSION AT THE USILD'S CAMPUS
In addition to connecting with your classmates and faculty through the interactive online platform, you will have the opportunity to meet them in person at the on-campus immersion experience.
At Usild, you will engage with the Usild community, meet the students and instructors you study with each week, participate in intensive learning exercises, and experience the inner workings of high-performing international relations organizations in the nation’s capital.
SUPPORT FOR THE ENTIRE STUDENT JOURNEY
With Usild International Affairs and Diplomacy Online students are full members of the United States Institute of Leadership and Diplomacy communities. We make it our mission to offer the highest-quality support throughout the entire student experience, from initial contact all the way through graduation and beyond:
During the admissions process, you will have a dedicated admissions counselor who will answer any questions you have about the program, the application, and the admissions process.
Upon your admission to the program, you will be assigned a dedicated advisor who is available to meet with you one-on-one throughout your program and who will act as your go-to resource for guidance and support.
Once you enroll, you will be able to work with our Student Services team, who will assist you with academic support, course planning/advising, and community engagement, no matter your level of technological expertise.
As an International Relations Online student, you will have access to USILD assets including, career services, library resources, student benefits, and access to university events and speakers.
When you graduate, you will be invited to participate in the on-campus graduation ceremony where you will join students from both the online and on-campus programs as you celebrate your accomplishments.
After graduation, you will join the United States Institute of Leadership and Diplomacy and School of International Affairs and Diplomacy global alumni networks, which connect you for life to other members and high-ranking leaders who are serving communities around the world.