Why Gannon?
As a small, private university, Gannon focuses on values and creating a student-centered experience, a place where students from around the world can learn and grow.
You’ll find support and personalized attention to help you transition from your home country to the United States right on Gannon’s campus. And once you’re settled, Gannon’s education will help you discover your future.
Come join us, and believe in the possibilities.
Support for International Students
Members of the Office of Global Support and Student Engagement at Gannon will pick you up from the airport when you first arrive and help you get settled. While you are here, this office will also provide:
- Ongoing support for immigration, cultural adjustment and
special needs
- Scheduled transportation to nearby shopping
areas
- Connection to employment opportunities
- Community events
- Ongoing referrals to academic advisors and other support
services as needed
- Excursions to Niagara Falls and other regional
destinations
- Alumni support at various levels
- On-campus English as a Second Language (ESL), if needed
Great Experiences
- Dynamic professors who are leaders in their fields: Gannon’s faculty excel in their disciplines, and they are eager to share their knowledge and experience with you.
- Internship and cooperative opportunities: The campus Career Exploration and Development Center will help you find hands-on opportunities to learn about your chosen career path.
- A foundation of faith, and religious diversity: You will be invited to continue your spirituality within your own cultural tradition or deepen your Catholic faith.
- A caring environment with personalized class sizes: You will
learn in small, discussion based classrooms led by professors who
are committed to your personal and professional
development.
Clubs and Organizations
Student clubs and
organizations can provide opportunities to meet new
people, immerse yourself in American culture,
develop friendships, offer community service and learn
about your chosen career path.
Location
Gannon is located in the heart of Erie, Pennsylvania, a safe,
friendly, urban environment with a low cost of living and an
international airport. Erie, Pa. is in the Northeast U.S., so you
can reach many coastal destinations within a few hours by car
or one hour by plane.
Benefits of Erie:
- Beautiful waterfronts along Lake Erie, one of the five Great
Lakes, all year round
- Four seasons that allow for skiing, snowboarding, hiking,
swimming, sunbathing and many other outdoor activities
- The Warner Theatre, a historical theatre featuring Broadway
shows, concerts, The Erie Philharmonic and famous comedians
- Minor league sports teams - baseball, football, hockey and
basketball
- Local, national and global corporations that offer students
internships and career opportunities
- Major metropolitan cities such as Pittsburgh, New York,
Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., within driving distance