As a Catholic College, Albertus Magnus College is aware that our graduates will preach the fruits of their education. International students play a vital role in the Albertus Community as they bring the gift of their global experience to the classroom, while maximizing their academic experience by encountering a new culture with American peers. The excellent quality of education afforded to students from Albertus is ideal for international students seeking to learn from experts on a practical and theoretical perspective. The following are our top reasons why a global student should study at Albertus Magnus College or in the United States.
1. The American Experience
Global students coming to experience Albertus Magnus College have the opportunity to embrace a complete understanding of the real United States.
Education in the United States allows International Students to share their global traditions, richness and empower US students to embrace other cultures. Ultimately, International students contribute to the conversations that help dispel the myths caused by racism and create a cross-cultural experience of encounter for the promotion of global awareness and peace. One of the fruits of studying in the US are the lifelong friendships students make with other international students as well as American students.
2. A Liberal Arts based Education
International students at Albertus Magnus College are empowered with critical thinking and cross-discipline awareness.
International students at Albertus Magnus College are able to immerse in values-based liberal arts education with the ultimate goal of contributing to global peace, by educated, cross-cultured and relevant professionals. The concept of a liberal arts education is not common outside of the United States. The skills attained from the Liberal Arts education allows students to be prepared with a strong foundation to embrace the unknown future. The ability to learn a diverse subject body exposes students to a variety of courses allowing them access to new ideas and different perspectives. At Albertus Magnus College students, declare their major during their sophomore year, this extra time as well as strong Liberal Arts foundation allows students to discern the major and concentration of study that works best for them. In addition, the boutique quality of Albertus provides more one-on-one time with students and their instructors as well as other dedicated Albertus staff.
3. Diversity on Your Campus
They have the opportunity to open their minds to a full understanding of other cultures and become competitive in the growing globalized international market.
The United States is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world, rooting from our melting pot of cultures, heritages and traditions. International students will be able to experience our diversity like in no other country. International students in the US can become cross-cultural graduates with a unique global reality. Since Albertus is an intimate and family-like environment students are encouraged to share their unique cultural background. These opportunities of culture exchange can be great with refining and gaining leadership skills in communication, organization and collaboration.
4. Career Development and Advancement
Internships are an important way for students to network, gain real work experience, build their resume and explore aspects of a potential future career.
Albertus houses a Career & Professional Development Office that assists students with access to resume building, interview preparation, as well as internship opportunities. Most majors at Albertus require an internship in order to fulfill their requirements. International students at Albertus Magnus College are able to apply their knowledge in the real world. Students are empowered to make a seamless transition from scholar to professional, ultimately by participating in an internship or Optional Practical Training (OPT). After graduation, International students are able to put their education to work as part of the Optional Practical Training (OPT) granting the premier opportunity to apply their knowledge at a US based company.
5. A Dedicated Support System
We offer on-campus support for your individual needs and will help you towards your goals.
Global students can access various forms of support as part of their education. At Albertus Magnus College, students are able to obtain individualized attention and support such as mental health counseling.
Students are also able to access on campus tutoring and disability services as an added benefit of the student enrollment. An additional opportunity granted to Albertus International Students is the individualized support and mentorship by our International Student Service Coordinator.
6. Athletics and Team Building
At Albertus Magnus College International Students are able to be student athletes in 15 Division III NCAA teams.
Global Students in the United States are able to continue participating in athletics while pursuing their University Degrees. For many international students, the end of their high school career is also the end of their athletic career. The ability for students to continue their academic career and athletic pursuit allows them to incorporate a well-rounded mastery of skills and disciplines into the working world. The importance of teamwork, dedication and resilience that many sports require allows students to translate this mindset into their academics and ultimately their future careers.
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