The Hansen Summer Institute.

ALL APPLICANTS: Successful applicants must demonstrate leadership potential by having worked outside of class in community service, another public service, or in a non-governmental organization. A letter of reference from such a group or organization is required.

NON – US STUDENTS

• Upper division undergraduate with 2 years of college/university or graduate student with a professional interest in international relations, diplomacy, international economic development or related fields.
• Students must be between the ages of 20- 25 on July 1, 2017.
• Must have demonstrated leadership potential outside of the classroom in the community, nation or region.
• Have an academic adviser verify in writing the candidates English proficiency. (A verification request is automatically sent to your referee with the request for your letter of reference.)
• Have a valid international passport with US visa if necessary by the time the program begins.

Preference may be given to students who have never been to the United States before but all qualified students are encouraged to apply.

US STUDENTS:

• Upper division undergraduate with 2 years of college/university or graduate student with a professional interest in international relations, diplomacy, international economic development or related fields.
• Students must be between the ages of 20- 25 on July 1, 2017.

Note that  whether or not you submit an idea for a project, all Hansen Fellows will participate in a three day social entrepreneurship workshop designed to inform Fellows about social entrepreneurship as a workable option for improving international economic development – a key ingredient for world peace. Submission of an idea for an entrepreneurial project is not part of the selection criteria.

Application Deadlines
For Non-US Students – January 6, 2017
For US Students – March 1, 2017

Program Dates
Approximately June 30 – July 25, 2017

The Hansen Summer Institute is a 24/7 commitment. Please do not apply if you cannot commit to the entire program.

Travel for all international participants will be arranged by the program for ONLY the scheduled program dates. No early arrivals or late departures will be permitted.

Official Link: http://www.hansensummerinstitute.org/?page_id=345