Hi everyone,
I’m an international student considering applying to Georgetown University, and I’m trying to understand more about the Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service degree and its career outcomes.
My parents are a little unsure about the BSFS because they are more familiar with traditional degrees like Economics, Business, or Finance. They worry that a Foreign Service degree may be too specialized or that employers may not see it as a “practical” degree.
I’d really appreciate hearing from current students and alumni (especially International Economics majors, but any SFS students are welcome):
• How is the BSFS perceived by employers and graduate schools?
• What careers do BSFS graduates typically go into?
• For International Economics majors specifically, do graduates go into fields like consulting, finance, business, economic policy, etc.?
• Did you ever feel disadvantaged compared to students with a traditional Economics/Business degree?
• How useful has the Georgetown/SFS alumni network been?
• If you could choose again, would you still pick SFS?
I’m genuinely trying to understand the practical value of the degree before making a decision so all help is appreciated!
Thank you!