The University Center for International Studies works closely with academic departments and professional schools throughout the University of Pittsburgh. In addition, Pitt Global/UCIS jointly sponsors several centers and programs.
Center for International Legal Education
The Center for International Legal Education (CILE) at Pitt Law advances legal education and the rule of law, both at the School of Law and throughout the world. CILE offers a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree program and a visiting scholars program for foreign academics, among other initiatives.
Matthew B. Ridgway Center for International Security Studies
The Ridgway Center for International Security Studies investigates and analyzes past and emerging security problems. The center seeks to generate original research and intellectual capital to address specific problems facing the United States and the international community.
World History Center
The University of Pittsburgh’s World History Center promotes critical research and teaching about human communities in motion and the forces that shape the global past and present.
Institute for International Studies in Education
The Institute for International Studies in Education (IISE) at the University of Pittsburgh has a distinguished history of practical service and scholarly research in educational development throughout the world.
Meet the Staff
Meet the staff of all Pitt Global affiliated centers and programs.
International Professional Associations Affiliated with Pitt Global
The University Center for International Studies hosts several prestigious scholarly associations with national and international membership. Learn more.