READING, PA / AGILITYPR.NEWS / August 18, 2026 / Albright College Named an International College of Distinction

Albright College has been named a 2026-2027 International College of Distinction for its support of students from more than 20 countries.

READING, Pa. – August 18, 2026 – Choosing to study far from home requires an extraordinary level of trust. International students arrive on campus having left behind familiar systems, languages and support networks, counting on their institution to meet that trust with real, substantive support. Colleges of Distinction has named Albright College a 2026-2027 International College of Distinction, recognizing its commitment to honoring that trust at every stage of the student experience.

This recognition goes beyond international enrollment numbers. It reflects an evaluation of the policies, programs and campus culture that determine whether international students are truly set up to succeed academically, socially and professionally.

“International students bring perspectives to our classrooms and residence halls that make Albright a richer place to learn,” Albright President Debra M. Townsley, Ph.D. said. “Our job is to make sure that from the day they arrive, they have the community, the guidance and the resources to feel at home here, and to thrive, academically and personally, long after they graduate.”

“Welcoming international students is one thing,” said Tyson Schritter, Chief Operating Officer at Colleges of Distinction. “Supporting them is another. Albright College has built the infrastructure, the staffing and the campus culture to do both exceptionally well.”

Dedicated admission counselors guide prospective students through the application, transcript-evaluation and English-proficiency process, and the student-led International Student Association fosters cross-cultural understanding and connects international students with peers across campus. Albright is home to students from more than 20 countries, a diversity that builds cross-cultural competence for domestic and international students alike as they prepare to enter increasingly global careers.

International students also have full access to Albright's Student Success Center for tutoring, writing support and academic coaching, as well as the Experiential Learning and Career Development Center's counseling, employer connections and experiential learning opportunities as they plan their next steps after Albright.

“International students bring perspectives, experiences and talents that make every campus richer,” Schritter added. “Albright understands that and invests in making sure those students have everything they need to thrive there and beyond.”

To learn more about Albright's international student resources, visit albright.edu/admission-and-aid/international or CollegesofDistinction.com.

About Albright

Albright College, founded in 1856, is Berks County’s oldest institution of higher learning. Located on a 118-acre suburban campus in Reading, Pa., Albright offers a rigorous liberal arts education with a distinctive interdisciplinary focus, including a flexible co-major program that empowers students to build a truly personalized academic experience. The College’s mission is to equip students to live their best lives, now and in the future, while serving the broader community through educational outreach and meaningful partnerships. Learn more at albright.edu.

About Colleges of Distinction

Since 2000, Colleges of Distinction has been a trusted resource for identifying excellence in higher education. The platform honors schools that prioritize the student experience through engaged learning, expert teaching, vibrant community spaces and successful post-graduate outcomes. Its website provides specialized tools, insights and search filters to help students find the ideal campus fit. Learn more at CollegesofDistinction.com.