American University School of International Service
The School of International Service (SIS) is American University's school of advanced international study, covering areas such as international politics, international communication, international development, international economics, peace and conflict resolution, international law and human rights, global environmental politics, and U.S. foreign policy.
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 1957 |
Parent institution | American University |
| Dean | Shannon Hader, MD, MPH |
Academic staff | 100+ (full-time) |
| Students | 1,600 (undergraduate) 800 (graduate) |
| Location | Washington, D.C. , United States 38.9361°N 77.088°W |
| Campus | Urban |
| Affiliations | APSIA |
| Website | american.edu/sis |
The School of International Service was established in 1957 and has an alumni network of over 20,000. SIS enrolls more than 3,000 students from over 150 countries. The school makes extensive use of the academic and governmental resources offered by its location in Washington, D.C. The School of International Service consistently ranks highly among international relations programs. SIS is a member of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs. SIS also has partnerships with schools such as the Balsillie School of International Affairs.