Information for TCKs, MKs, and International Students

Houghton has a lot to offer you as an MK, TCK or international student! Approximately 5 percent of our students are non-U.S. citizens. An additional 5 percent of our students are U.S. citizens who have grown up outside the United States. We have years of experience in working with MKs, TCKs, and international students. 

TCKs and Internationals
at a Glance

Number of TCKs and Internationals 124

Most popular majors for TCKs and Internationals

  • Intercultural Studies
  • Education
  • English
  • International Relations
  • Music
Countries represented by citizenship 25
Countries lived in for at least one year 65
Languages spoken fluently 35

Over 22 missionary  organizations are represented

  • Wycliffe Bible Translators
  • Christian Missionary Alliance
  • Africa Inland Mission
  • OMF
  • YWAM
  • SIM
  • CURE International

Over 22 international schools are represented

  • Chiang Mai International School (Thailand)
  • Rosslyn Academy (Kenya)
  • Rift Valley Academy (Kenya)
  • Grace International School (Thailand)
  • Faith Academy (Philippines)
  • Dakar Academy (Senegal)
  • Dalat Academy (Malaysia)
  • Christian Academy of Guatemala

TCK and International Student Profiles

Get to know some of our TCKs and internationals and read about their Houghton experience!  Click here...

We look forward to working with you as you embark upon your college experience in the United States!

Janyce Smithley
Intercultural Admission Counselor
800-777-2556
janyce.smithley@houghton.edu
Brian Webb
International Student Programs Office
800-777-2556
brian.webb@houghton.edu

Janyce works with intercultural students on all issues related to applying to Houghton, financial aid, and visiting campus. Brian works with intercultural students at Houghton to plan events, answer questions, facilitate programs, help with transitions, adjustment, and arranging visas.