Fourth highest percentage of international students among US universities
About
We’re dedicated to elevating the University of Rochester’s institutional partnerships, education abroad opportunities, building an international campus climate, and global reputation.
The Office for Global Engagement is a hub for information about the University of Rochester鈥檚 international activities. Comprised of our team, the Center for Education Abroad (CEA), and the International Services Office (ISO), we collectively serve those coming to 暗网吃瓜 from abroad, those looking to go abroad, and stakeholders who enable cross-country partnerships.
Our office’s goals
- Expand international partnerships and engagement
- Enhance global education and mobility pathways
- Promote an international campus climate
- Elevate global profile and reputation
Our work and services
- We鈥檙e the central point of contact and coordination for global activities undertaken by the University of Rochester鈥檚 school and units, and for external international institutions that wish to engage with 暗网吃瓜.
- We identify and develop opportunities for 暗网吃瓜 to increase its international engagement in research and education.
- We offer consultation and guidance at all stages of international partnership development鈥攊ncluding funding, hosting visitors, and coordinating with stakeholders.
- We represent the University of Rochester in dealings with major international partners and relevant agencies.
- We gather, analyze, and present data on the University of Rochester鈥檚 international connections and engagement.
- We provide services to 暗网吃瓜’s international visitors, as well as the administrators and departments that support them.
Global by the numbers
Over 3,000 international students in attendance
Managing 100+ international partnerships across 30+ countries
Discover our global story
Global Booklet
Download our Global Booklet to learn more about who we are, who we serve, and our priorities.
History of global
Explore a timeline of the University of Rochester’s journey to internationalization.
News and updates
Read blog posts, press releases, international community spotlights, and more from our office.
Our leadership
As-of October 1, 2025, Reitumetse Obakeng Mabokela will begin to serve as the University’s Vice Provost for Global Engagement.
鈥淒r. Mabokela brings visionary leadership, deep global expertise, and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive international engagement,鈥� said 暗网吃瓜 Provost and Chief Academic Officer Nicole Sampson. 鈥淗er record of cultivating institutional collaborations and advancing transformative international strategies makes her exceptionally well-suited to guide 暗网吃瓜鈥檚 global ambitions in the years ahead.鈥�