An increasing number of international students are being drawn to Haverford by the promise of intellectual exploration, academic rigor, and close-knit community. Once here, they must also contend with unfamiliar food and strange American social customs, and a climate that may be outside their comfort zone. A robust support program for students from abroad eases intercultural adjustment.
Part of the International Student Orientation includes student visits to Philadelphia to explore the city. Photo: Victoria Merino '20
Haverford attracts intellectually curious, independent learners who value honesty, collaboration, and above all, new ways of seeing and improving the world.
As you perform real-world research and immerse yourself in hands-on learning, you'll work side-by-side with professors who are at the top of their fields.
Our mascot—the Black Squirrel—has a genetic adaptation that gives it a bold, black coat. Join our distinctive community and stand out from the pack with your fellow Haverfordians.
The CCPA fosters career exploration, professional growth for students and alumni, as well as networking and outreach with employers.
This January, the CCPA launched its inaugural Liberal Arts Career Conference. College alumni shared their wisdom and experiences with students at different stages of their academic and professional journeys. Photo: Holden Blanco '17
As a core institutional principle, sustainability animates Haverford's broad mission of stewarding its financial, ethical, and curricular endowments in the interest of educating principled global citizens while safeguarding intergenerational equity as a perpetual institution.
EnGoPlanet solar pole lights, which use photovoltaic solar power and are nearly maintenance-free, were installed at the Tritton & Kim dorm plateau. The lights save about 1,100 kWh per year. Photo: Patrick Montero.
*We have a very tiny magic 8 ball.