Looking for colleges with a big international presence. Any leads?

Hey gang, I'm a junior and I've been trying to find information on colleges that are well-known for having a diverse international student population. Does anyone know of such schools? It just feels like they might be more welcoming to international students like me. Any help would be appreciated, thanks!

Absolutely, your approach makes a lot of sense! If you’re looking for colleges with a sizable international presence, you're in good company.

Here are some universities recognized for their diverse and large international student bodies:

- New York University: NYU is known for its massive international student population. Close to 20% of the student body consists of international students, the university has a dedicated International Student and Scholar Services office.

- University of Southern California: USC is another institution well known for its international student body. USC has a dedicated Office of International Services that assists with things like onboarding, immigration advisories, and supporting international campus life.

- Columbia University: In addition to their diverse student body, Columbia has extensive resources for international students under its International Students and Scholars Office.

- Massachusetts Institute of Technology: With about 30% undergraduate students hailing from outside the U.S., MIT is another university to consider. It has a dedicated International Students Office to support non-domestic students.

Remember, these are just some examples, there are many other universities that value international students and go to great lengths to ensure they feel welcome. It's also important to take note of other factors beyond a diverse student population while shortlisting your potential colleges, such as programs of interest, location, size, and financial aid policies for international students.

Remember, you can often find information on the international student body size on university websites or admissions brochures. Don't hesitate to directly reach out to the university's admissions office as they would be more than willing to provide specific information.