The students enrolled in this program are a picture of diversity not only in terms of ethnicity but also age and background. Students come from all parts of the world. Along with our U.S. students, we currently have people from India, China, Japan, Kazakhstan, France, Sweden, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Korea. People from all stages of life participate in the program as well.  Recent recipients of undergraduate degrees learn alongside mothers, second career builders, multiple degree holders, and people working full-time. Professional backgrounds range from teachers to lawyers, bringing a wide variety of viewpoint and context to the learning experience. 

Being a small collection of people (about 35 students are enrolled in the program annually) the culture is unique. Yes, it is common to see students meeting formally in teams and study groups, but the size of our student body coupled with the mutual challenges faced academically, creates a bond of closeness that goes beyond the college walls. There is unconditional support between students in the form of encouragement, sharing of ideas, tutoring, emotional comfort, and social outings. The feeling of family is strong and graduates from the program know that this played a major role in their success. 

To find out more about some of our current students, where they come from, their plans for the future and how they intend to use this program to get there, click on the avatars below. Navigate the map by using the arrows or click, hold, and drag your mouse.