Thx for correction on UTK. You are correct. As for Pitt, I think merit is rare it not impossible. 389 first year got last year of 4600 first years, on average $8k. When my daughter applied, they said 33 ACT or no shot. You applied so all good. Best of luck.
Have you looked at WVU International Studies. They have a concentration in security and diplomacy. There may be others where it’s hidden.
It’s about $44k minus $17k.
There are likely others but hidden like this behind another major. And many Interbstional Relations/ Affairs/Studies will have this as a track.
WVU is a safety.