Founded on the belief that undergraduate liberal arts education can play an essential role in meeting the world’s health challenges, the Global Health Studies program draws upon Allegheny’s longstanding commitments to project-based and interdisciplinary learning, civic engagement, diverse perspectives, and internationalization.

Hands-on experiences are essential to students of global health. Students are encouraged to take part in a variety of different professional and experiential opportunities:

such as domestic or international semesters or summer away

Volunteer opportunities through local agencies and international organizations 

such as RAM (Remote Area Medical), and CFHI (Child-Family Health International)

such as summer or semester student/faculty research, nationally competitive REUs (Research Experiences for Undergraduates), and research positions at partner universities, agencies, and companies

An understanding of disease causation and prevention

Awareness of the transnational dimensions of health and disease

Comprehension of the relationship between health and the built and natural environments

An ethical outlook that promotes sensitivity to the culture of local communities

Firsthand knowledge of real-life global health work

An appreciation of the political, historical, social, behavioral, scientific, and cultural aspects of health in the search for sustainable solutions

Program Outcome

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Student Testimonials Option 1

The Admissions Committee thoroughly reviews every completed application file. The admissions process is a holistic one. No single grade, factor, or score will automatically gain or deny a student admission to Allegheny.

 Classes attended and the grades earned (four years of English, three years each of science, math, and social studies typically required) are considered strongly by the admissions committee. Those individuals who elect more than the minimum number of subjects are considered to have stronger entrance credentials. Honors or AP classes are recommended, as well as foreign languages if the school offers such levels.


Credit and/or placement awarded for AP scores of 4 or 5, or equivalent scores on CLEP, IB, or British A-Level exams. Allegheny also accepts most “College in High School” credits.

: Grade trends and rigor of course selection, in the context of courses offered at your high school, are considered when reviewing transcripts.

 Allegheny prides itself on having a very active student body. It is important to us that candidates for admission are academically talented and also involved in their school and/or community. Family commitments such as caring for siblings or other relatives are considered ways of demonstrating leadership and involvement.

 from a teacher of an academic subject or school counselor and 

 (from your school counselor). You may also submit a letter from a pastor, coach, employer, but these are not required.

 Show off your writing and tell us more about yourself.

 We’re often asked about portfolios from intended art majors and auditions from potential music and theatre majors. These are not required during the application process, but if you’d like to submit pieces of your work (slides, an audio tape, a video tape), we’d be happy to forward them to our faculty members to evaluate as part of your application. Materials can be returned upon request.

: Allegheny embraces the concept that standardized test scores do not exclusively reflect a student’s full range of abilities or potential to succeed in college.

Admissions interview (on-campus or online):

 Prospective students and their families are strongly encouraged to visit the Allegheny campus to appraise the College’s educational programs, campus atmosphere, and physical facilities. Although a meeting with a member of the Admissions staff is not a requirement, this conversation can provide both the student and the College with a deeper insight into the character and personality of each other. Meetings with members of the faculty or with other members of the Allegheny community can also be scheduled upon request.

Admissions Option 2

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Allegheny College, founded in 1815, is a private national liberal arts college. Its 566-acre campus is located in northwestern Pennsylvania. Allegheny College students are provided the freedom to explore all areas of study, and they combine talents and passions to develop skills that employers seek most in today’s global economy—being creative, analytical, and innovative. When we talk about combining your interests, it means we recognize the complexity possible in each one of you.

Bachelor in Global Health Studies Allegheny College

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