Hobart and William Smith seek students with a passion for learning. We will expect you to have chosen a rigorous high school curriculum while applying your talents to the betterment of your school and community.
At minimum, student spplying for first year admission should present a secondary school program with a minimum of four academic subjects each year, and that program should include:
If you are an international student applying for transfer admissions, refer to the instructions for international students as well as the instructions for transfer students.
International students may contact David Gage directly with any questions. He may be reached by e-mail or by phone at (315) 781-3622.
Do you require the TOEFL for international students?
If English is not your native language, we do require the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). We offer limited English language support on campus, and require that students have a solid foundation in English prior to admission. The minimum required computer based TOEFL score is 220. The Colleges also will accept the APIEL examination in lieu of the TOEFL.
Do you offer financial assistance for international students?
Need-based scholarships are available to international students. The cost of attending college here for the 2007-2008 academic year is US $45,968. The average aid package typically equals more than half the annual cost of tuition, room and board. Highly competitive applicants will be considered for a full-tuition scholarship. The Certification of Finances and International Student Financial Aid Application forms can be downloaded on the HWS Web site.
financial aid application forms are included in the application for admissions.
How many international students do you currently have on campus?
We have 32 full-time matriculated students in a degree program Fall 2006 Semester. The following countries are represented: Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Germany, India, Nepal, Pakistan, South Korea, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Vietnam.
Do you have an international student adviser?
Yes. Our international student adviser is responsible for working with our international students on campus to help them make the transition from home to the Colleges. We offer an international student orientation prior to the first-year and transfer student orientation at the beginning of the academic year, and the beginning of the spring semester for new arrivals. A variety of activities and programs are available throughout the year. Student advising and counseling is available in a variety of other areas on campus, including faculty advisers, Hubbs Health Center, and the Center for Teaching and Learning. We make every effort to work individually with each student to help them reach their potential and make the most of the opportunities available here.
Do you have an international student organizations?
Yes. The International Student Association (ISA) is a student organization that celebrates the diverse cultures found around the globe. Other cultural clubs with international perspectives represented on campus include Asian Student Association (ASU), Latin American Organization (LAO), and Caribbean Student Association (CSA).
Do you have E.S.L. services?
Yes, an entry level course is offered, as are workshops and one-to-one tutoring. However, the Colleges do not offer a full E.S.L. curriculum.
What kinds of housing are available?
Within the Hobart and William Smith community are dozens of smaller communities—those of the individual residences. The range of housing options is extensive, with coed or single-sex college residences, cooperative houses, theme houses, and town houses among the choices you'll find over your four years here. Residence halls offer a variety of configurations, with traditional singles and doubles as well as suites. Some recent theme houses have included Jewish Culture House, Multicultural Sisterhood House, Writers House, and International Awareness House. The 10 cooperative houses provide an alternative to standard residence-hall living, with residents sharing responsibility for food and housecleaning arrangements.
Is it possible to work on campus?
You are eligible to work up to 20 hours a week on campus, if your visa status permits it. However, the demand for such employment exceeds the number of jobs available. Therefore, you cannot use on-campus employment as a resource for the issuance of the I-20 form.
or download the Common Application and HWS Supplement.
