Hometown: Hanoi, Vietnam
Major: Mathematics; Biology
FURSCA Research, Student Research Partner, Biology and Chemistry Tutor, Center for International Education
Went kayaking during my orientation and several occasions of eating spicy ramen in the middle of the night!
For sure applying! Reaching out to current students to learn more about the college and have all your questions answered.
Hometown: Bangalore, India
Major: Biology and Math with a concentration in Environmental Science
Sustainability Coordinator for Albion College; Whitehouse Nature Center Assistant; Library; Tutoring; International Students Union; Smooth Transitions; Asian Awareness Group;Environmental Club; Center for Sustainability and Environment
One of my best memories at Albion was during the finals week of Fall 2019. My friends and I used to study together in the same area. During our study breaks, we used to put on Just Dance, and literally just dance for half an hour. It was so much fun and a much needed stress reliever. Albion's a wonderful place where the people you meet transform intoyour extended family.
Make sure you take the time to consider if you want to go to a big or small college. Some people love the attention and focus they get at a small college like Albion, butothers don't. If you want to get to know your professors personally, have discussion based classes and enjoy community based learning, then Albion is the place for you!
Hometown: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Major: Double Major: Finance, Mathematics
Varsity Tennis Team, Member of Delta Tau Delta, Member of International Student Union
My best memory of Albion was when I dislocated my shoulder playing basketball and had to be rushed to the hospital. Even during those moments of pain, I was cracking jokes and being unbearable. While I was in the ER, Cristen came and guided me through the whole process. It was a start to a great time at Albion.
Think about what sort of campus life you want to be a part of because ours is one big community. Some people like this environment and some people don't.
Hometown: Gjakova, Kosovo
Major: Biology and International Studies
Nature Center assistant, secretary for ISU (2019), Residence Assistant (2019), Teaching Assistant for Organic Chemistry.
My best memories were working as an RA (Resident Assistant). I got to meet so many students. In particular, when one of my residents arrived, she is also an international student, we got lost in the building she was moving into.
Don’t be afraid to take risks. Even though being in a new country may be intimidating and scary, try and break those boundaries!
Hometown: Hanoi, Vietnam
Major: Biology
I'm a lab partner under FURSCA, a member of the International Student Union, Environmental club, SVB volunteer.
My best memory was the first week of school. When I first came to the US, I told my new friends that I'd never been to a McDonald’s. So we took a 30 minute walk to Albion McDonald at 2 a.m. that night just to know that they only open from 6. So we ended up waiting in the parking lot for the whole 4 hours in the cold just to get a Big Mac.
Do it now! You will always be welcomed in Albion. And also apply for the international student scholarship that our college generously offers! Good luck!
Hometown: Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
Major: Geological Sciences
International Student Union, Geology Club, Student Volunteer Bureau, Math tutor, Student research partner, FURSCA research ambassador
For sure my First Year Experience trip to Hawaii with my classmates!
Reach out to the CIE staff to ask all the questions you may have, and feel free to contact current students to determine if our college is a good fit for you!
Hometown: Moscow, Russia
Major: Communication
Library Circulation Desk Assistant, KC Front Desk Worker, International Students Union
International Student Union (ISU) events!
Hometown: Heredia, Costa Rica
Major: Kinesiology
Swimming team
Living at the "quarantine house" with other international students when I first got to campus. It was such a fun time!
Campus does have some great parties, but keep in mind you will be here mostly for your studies
Hometown: Antananarivo, Madagascar
Major: Biology/French
Getting food from KC and eating there, as well as watching movies at the Bohm theater
Applying to college never hurts, most of the time going to college brings a lot of good things.
Hometown: Glasgow, Scotland
Major: I am hoping to major in either Business or Kinesiology
I am part of the soccer team.
I have only been here for a short time so I would have to say my time in quarantine living in Dean Hall. It was good fun!
I would say go for it! My experience has been great so far, everyone has made me feel very welcome.
Hometown: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Major: Major in Economics and Management, Minor in Computer Science
Delta Gamma Sorority, The Carl A. Gerstacker Institute for Business and Management, Honors Program, Employee in the library
Albion College is a heartwarming community where you can feel the whole 'family' that everyone will be there for you to help with anything and anytime. Also, you can focus on your studies, self-development, and social life without distractions in peaceful Albion City.
Hometown: Colima, Mexico Major: Spanish
Teaching Assistant
My favorite part has been getting to know a lot of new people and knowing they are interested and motivated to learn my native language. I love the fact that I've been learning a lot from them too!