ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
Staff
Institute Evaluation
Application
Contact
Links
Acknowledgements
Articles from Asia

 
BELIZE &
CENTRAL AMERICA
PROGRAM
Introduction
Program Overview
Requirements
Itinerary
Belize Frequently Asked Questions
Program Fees
Application

 
ASIA PROGRAM
Introduction
India Overview
Thailand Overview
Requirements
Itinerary
Asia Frequently Asked Questions
Program Fees
Application

 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
American Consular:
Asia
Belize

British Consular:
Asia -
India
Nepal
Thailand
Central America -
Belize
Guatemala

 

APPLICATION

Our application process is competitive. We are working to protect culturally and environmentally sensitive areas. This requires special people. Please be thorough in your response.

Application deadline by June 15th. Should there be places available beyond the application date, applications will be processed on a rolling admissions process. Interested students should contact us to inquire about openings. Applications are currently being accepted for future trips.

If you have questions please contact: admin@villagestudies.org or hope527@hotmail.com.

Please provide the following information:

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Name
Social Security Number
Address: Street/PO Box
Address (cont.)
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal code
Country
Home Phone
FAX
E-mail **required
Birthdate
Age
Sex Male Female
Citizenship
Passport#
Issue Date
Expires
Place of Issue

 

Parent & Emergency Information
Mother (Mrs., Ms., Dr.)
Address the same as student's permanent address? Yes No
If different:
Phone Day:
Phone Evening:
Mother Occupation:
Employer:
Father (Mr., Dr.)
Address the same as student's permanent address? Yes No
If different:
Phone Day:
Phone Evening:
Father Occupation:
Employer:

 

Program Registration
Session Applying For:
(Reminder: Students can adjust the number of credits based on individual contract; see Fee Page)

 

Education & Work History
Current or last school attended:
Highest Level Completed
Major or area of concentration:
Are you enrolled now? Yes No
Work History (briefly describe)

 

Student Questionnaire
Please answer the following questions.
1. Are you comfortable living and working in environmentally and culturally challenging situations? Please describe any previous relevant situations you have been in, or foreign travel you have completed.

 

2. Are you comfortable working as a part of a team? Please describe any previous relevant situations you have been in.

 

3. What would you like to pursue with your independent research project?
4. What will you contribute to our work in Belize or Asia?
5. Is there anything else you would like us to know?

 

I have read, understand, accept, and agree to abide by the rules and
policies of the Institute for Village Studies. I understand that I am not
accepted until all application materials have been received and approved by
the Institute Admissions Office. I give permission for the Institute for
Village Studies to use my name, address, and picture in promotional
materials and press releases.
Signature ______________________________ Date _________________
We ask that you submit the application directly (by email) by clicking on the Submit button below. Also, please print out the form, (with your information filled in) sign it, include a picture of yourself, and send the application by snail mail to the Institute address. The application and recommendation form is available in Microsoft Word format if that is preferable.



**Note: Student must also submit a Letter of Reference**

Download Application and Letter of Reference in Microsoft Word format.

Application Form in .PDF file

Letter of Reference in .PDF file To view this document you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader. It is a free download available at www.adobe.com.



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