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What is The Whigham School?

The Whigham School is a two-year, graduate-level program in Global Studies. Students study across six continents and travel to 40+ countries. They will learn four new languages (French, Spanish, Mandarin, and Arabic), engage deeply with global cultures, histories, economies, and leadership practices. In addition, students will learn (through direct interactions with a large network of people worldwide) how to discover, develop, and deploy effective solutions to the world’s problems they encounter as they travel globally.

What degree will I earn?

You will earn a fully accredited Master’s in Global Studies, recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) through our partnership with Bluefield University in Bluefield, Virginia.

What makes this program unique?

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Is The Whigham School affiliated with any religion or political ideology?

No. We are a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian institution. All worldviews are welcome and respected.

Can I bring a partner or family member with me?

Because of the intensity and mobility of the program, students are expected to participate independently. Special circumstances may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

What does tuition in the program cover?

The program fee covers academic costs (tuition and fees), transportation costs, foreign room and board costs, and a US$150 stipend per week for incidental, personal expenditures.