International Student Handbook

Dear International Student:

Welcome to the Allegheny College community. Through your interaction with students and faculty here, you will be impressed by the diversity and vitality of the student body at the College. Administrators, faculty and students work together to ensure an atmosphere of openness, and we value the perspective brought by international students to enhance that atmosphere.

While Allegheny's rural setting facilitates a focus on academic life, the College offers programs and services that promote the educational, cultural and personal growth of all students. Through internships, student organizations and service programs, Allegheny is dedicated to encouraging campus diversity and nourishing the unique character of the student body.

Allegheny is committed to preparing each student to become a "global citizen." Through student-faculty collaboration, strong interdisciplinary programs and critical inquiry, we foster an understanding of the multicultural nature of our world and the necessity for responsible leadership within it. In this global information age, Allegheny's liberal arts education promotes intellectual and personal growth, a desire for lifelong learning and the appreciation of the cultural nuances of our world.

Young men and women from other countries, cultures and backgrounds contribute to the diversity of Allegheny College. In fact, the presence of international students, as well as the unique perspectives, languages and cultures you bring to our campus, enriches the educational experiences of the student body and the College community as a whole.

The International Student Handbook is designed to provide you with helpful information. I encourage you to consult this guide, as well as the College's staff and students, throughout your Allegheny experience.

Sincerely,

Richard J. Cook President