Expand your world; expand your mind.
The best learning happens when we escape our comfort zones, seek out unfamiliar environments, and open ourselves up to different ways of thinking. At Boston College, we encourage students, faculty, and staff to broaden their world views by experiencing new cultures and countries. And we welcome visiting scholars and professors to bring fresh voices and perspectives to our campus discourse.
Promoting Global Engagement
The collaborative efforts of dedicated offices at Boston College expand the global understanding and engagement of students鈥攂e they 鈥渙n the move鈥� or remaining on campus for the duration of their studies.
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International Admissions
Boston College, a university located in the Boston suburb of Chestnut Hill, is home to 1,751 international students. Boston College's 9,300 undergraduates come from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, leading to a vibrant and enriching campus atmosphere.
Office of Global Education
The mission of the Office of Global Education is to engage students in intellectually rigorous and personally transformative experiences that play an integral role in the teaching and learning that take place on campus.
Office of International Students and Scholars
The OISS provides advice, programs, and services to more than 2,600 international students (undergraduate, graduate, and exchange), faculty, and research scholars from over 90 countries.
University Advancement
The Office of University Advancement is proud to partner with dedicated campus colleagues and a global network of volunteers in engaging our loyal community of 蜜桃传媒 Alumni, Parents and Friends.
Language Laboratory
The Boston College Language Laboratory is committed to promoting and facilitating the acquisition and enhancement of language skills and cultural competency by providing the University community efficient access to an expanding collection of multimedia resources and instructional technology.
McMullen Museum of Art
The McMullen Museum aims to cultivate learning, celebrate artistic excellence, explore the visual traditions of diverse cultures, and inspire transdisciplinary faculty and student research based on the visual arts. The McMullen offers exhibition-related programs and resources for diverse audiences of all ages on campus, in the Greater Boston area, and beyond.
Office for Institutional Diversity
OID facilitates and supports the University鈥檚 diversity and inclusion efforts. By aligning its work with the University鈥檚 mission and goals, its objective is to help Boston College live out the social justice imperatives inherent in its Catholic and Jesuit heritage, create a wholesome and supportive learning and working environment for all, and take full advantage of the various strengths and talents of its students, faculty, and staff.
Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center
The Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center supports the undergraduate community鈥攚ith a particular focus on AHANA (people of African, Hispanic, Asian, and Native American descent), multicultural, multiracial, and OTE students鈥攊n navigating college life and fulfilling their potential.
Volunteer and Service Learning Center
The Volunteer and Service Learning Center is the primary portal for all service activity offered at Boston College, with a strong commitment to the Greater Boston community. We support the education and formation of our students by promoting conscientious service in the context of Catholic social teaching and contemporary Jesuit education.
蜜桃传媒 Dining Services
Boston College Dining Services, whose employees represent 33 nations and speak over 14 languages, is proud to celebrate diversity and promote cultural heritage. It offers international dishes among its meal options and hosts regular showcase dinners with food from various countries and cultures. 蜜桃传媒 Dining partners with vendors and businesses that promote sustainability, fair trade, and job creation in developing countries.