Elmira College is among the oldest colleges and universities in the United States to award the baccalaureate degree. Located in the beautiful and historic Finger Lakes region of New York State, its park-like setting, residential campus and historic buildings enhance the academic experience. The College observes a strong tradition of international education and is noted for its excellent programs in International Business and International Studies. As a private, liberal arts college, Elmira emphasizes both general and professional education in the belief that this provides the best preparation for responsible global citizenship and a lifetime of careers.

Programs
American Studies, Anthropology, Art, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, English Literature, French, German, History, Human Services, Information Systems, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Sociology, Spanish, Speech and Hearing, Theatre,Women's Studies, and Zoology. Pre-Professional Programs in Law and Medicine.

Key facts
Campus features

-Gymnasium, pool, fitness center, racquetball courts, dance studio, athletic fields, ice arena, tennis courts, squash courts.

Library

-Computerized; 389,000 volumes, 414,000 microfiche titles, 855 periodicals, on-line bibliographic services, 6,260 films & video cassettes, 800 CDs.

Computer facilities

-Each student has individual access to the internet via dormitory connection. Ninety PC and MacIntosh computers are available in the state-of-the art computer center.

Extracurricular

-Drama/theatre group, chamber singers, A capella singers, choral group, instrumental groups, dance group, intercollegiate and intramural sports, 70+ student run organizations including international students group, radio station.

Dormitories

-On-campus residence required throughout four years; co-ed and women's dormitory options; suites, apartments and house options for upper-class students.

Enrollment

-1,200 undergraduates
-Co-educational

Community

-Population of Elmira: 36,000

Climate

-Temperate - 4 seasons

Location

-Location: Elmira, New York
-Nearest cities: Syracuse, New York (2 hrs), Rochester, New York (2 hrs)
-Nearest international airport: JFK, New York, or Detroit International

Majors
Accounting, American Studies, Anthropology & Sociology, Art, Biology, Biology/Chemistry, Business Administration (Economics, International Business, Management, Marketing), Chemistry, Classical Studies, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Economics, Elementary Education, Engineering- Chemical, English Literature, Environmental Studies, Foreign Languages (Greek & Latin, French, Spanish), History, Human Services (Early Childhood, Social Services), Individualized Studies (Communications, Sports Management, Arts Management, Creative Writing), International Studies, Mathematics, Medical Technology, Music, Nursing, Philosophy & Religion, Political Science, Psychology, Public Affairs, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Sociology & Anthropology, Speech & Hearing, Theatre

ESL program available
Faculty
80 (full-time; 98% with Ph.D. or highest degree in their field)
12:1 student/faculty ratio