The Inter-American Defense College (IADC) is a unique institution in the Western Hemisphere, featuring a fully international faculty, staff, and student body. This multinational participation provides an exceptional platform to increase inter-American defense and security cooperation by building mutual understanding and trust. 

      While there is no tuition for the master’s degree program, sponsoring governments are responsible for their students’ living and travel expenses throughout the year-long course.

       As part of the Organization of American States and the Inter-American Defense Board, the IADC strives to maximize representation among member states, demonstrating shared regional responsibility. Currently, 19 member states and one observer nation are represented among the college’s students and staff  .