Who is an international student at Barry University? Applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents are international students at Barry University. For purposes of admission and academic placement, applicants who have received their education outside the United States, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands or Guam, will be included in this category.

Barry University is a Catholic, international, coeducational institution with a rich history of academic excellence in the Dominican tradition. Barry has long welcomed qualified international students to pursue higher education at our University. Our student body currently represents more than 70 countries of the world. Founded in 1940, the University has grown steadily in size and diversity, while maintaining personalized attention and providing for the individual needs of its students. We believe in giving you a solid foundation and the attention and guidance you deserve; our classes are small and personalized, and our experienced professors will take a special interest in you. Please take a moment to see what a few of our international students have to say about Barry University.

International Undergraduate Student Profiles

Student's name: Catherine Gacanja
Home Country: Kenya
Major: Economics/Finance
Year: Senior
Why Barry? Barry was the right place for me because it has a very diverse population. The opportunity to meet and interact with students of several different nationalities has greatly complemented my education.

Student's name: Arriana Khan
Home Country: US Virgin Islands (St. Croix)
Major: Economics/Finance and Business Management
Year: Junior
Why Barry? I came to Barry because the campus and the community around it is very diverse. The sizes of my classes are very small, something that I like a lot. My professors know who I am. I can even call some of them at home if I have any questions. Last but not least, the weather is awesome here in Miami.

Student's name: Asifa Ackbarali
Home Country: Trinidad and Tobago
Major: Biology (Pre-med) with minors in Music and Chemistry
Year: Junior
Why Barry? The very international flavor of the campus has afforded me the opportunity to meet people from all over the world. Also, the small class size provides the great individual attention from professors that is so important to an undergraduate student. Barry's caring environment provides a "home away from home" that has allowed me to truly grow as an individual.