Program in International and Comparative Studies (PICS)

International Studies Major and Minor Learn about the major and minor requirements.

PICS is available virtually! Please contact us at is-michigan@umich.edu during this time and reach out to is-advising@umich.edu with any questions for the International Studies advisors.

PICS Funding PICS helps fund its students to study, research, and intern abroad.

Undergraduate Events with PICS PICS supports cohort building, career, and professional development events.

PICS Study Abroad Experiences PICS encourages all students to have a study abroad experience.

Courses with PICS View the updated interdisciplinary PICS course list each semester.

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Recent News

Developing a Global Perspective

Learn more about where International Studies alumni work and tips for careers in the U.S. Department of State!

Professor Robert Franzese, Jr. has been reappointed as the Director of PICS

Professor Franzese will continue to serve as the PICS Director through June 2024.

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