Kalamazoo College

Nationally renowned and globally oriented, Kalamazoo College is the home of the K-Plan, an individualized and integrated approach to the liberal arts and sciences. The K-Plan combines exceptional scholarship, study abroad, career development, civic engagement and independent research in a flexible curriculum that allows students to make the most of their unique interests and gifts. Whether your dream is to travel the world through study abroad, intern at a world-class company, perform hands-on research with our distinguished faculty or discover new passions and pursuits, your K-Plan will take you where you want to go.

At K, administrators and faculty embrace our motto—“More in Four. More in a Lifetime.”—by offering students more opportunities to explore, more faculty and staff mentorship and support, and more preparation for meaningful careers that make a positive impact on the world.

Founded in 1833, Kalamazoo College is among the 100 oldest colleges and universities in the nation. Located within walking distance of downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan, K offers a competitive advantage to many small colleges in that it provides a vibrant small city environment with ample options for community service, employment and entertainment.

There is plenty of action on campus for our 1,369 enrolled students from 41 states and 34 countries, with 18 NCAA Division III varsity athletic teams, 80+ student organizations, weekly College-wide events, an active music, art and theatre scene, and opportunities for social justice and community engagement work.