Colby College

The January Program, a.k.a. “The Jan Plan,” allows students to pursue focused coursework, independent study, or internships during an intensive four-week term. This specialized initiative allows students to experiment outside their major, tackle a special project, or focus on more in-depth research within their major.

International in scope, Colby embraces an extraordinary multicultural perspective when it comes to its overall outlook, curriculum, and exceptional study-abroad opportunities. Graduates leave campus with a mature curiosity about other cultures and an appetite for engaging global citizenship.

Green initiatives are thriving at Colby as it implements practices and policies that respect the environment and promote sustainable living. The college has established itself as a leader in environmental activism through its dramatic reduction of carbon emissions, the effectiveness of the Environmental Advisory Group, and other innovative environmental interventions throughout the organization.

A Colby education is distinctly inspired, not only by its world-class teachers and scholars, but also by the natural beauty of its surroundings. Maine’s stunning landscape offers a spirit of independence, a rich tradition of creative endeavor, and unique access to government, nonprofit, and business institutions. Colby graduates emerge as conscientious, committed leaders ready to make a profound impact on their world.