To participate in the Hansen Summer Institute, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

NON - US STUDENTS:
(from underdeveloped countries or countries at risk of conflict)

Be under 25 years of age with at least two (2) years of college/university.

Not have been to the United States prior to this 2008 program.

Have an academic advisor verify, in writing, the candidate’s English proficiency. (Semi-finalists will be required to participate in a telephone interview. )

Have a valid international passport, with US visa, if necessary, by the time the program begins.

US STUDENTS:
(San Diego State University, University of San Diego or UC San Diego)

Be an upper division undergraduate university student who has completed two years of college/university: juniors and seniors.

Be an active student, in good standing, at San Diego State University, the University of California San Diego (UCSD) or the University of San Diego (USD).

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.

How To Apply

Hansen Summer Institute

On Leadership and International Cooperation