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More information and application form available on the site www.fulbrightportugal.org

Individuals from a broad range of ethnic, religious, geographic, and socio-economic

backgrounds are encouraged to apply

“As diferentes culturas e religiões eram regularmente tema de conversa, o que nos permitiu uma aprendizagem gigante. Os participantes eram extremamente interessantes mas, acima de tudo, muito boas pessoas. Hoje, o contacto mantém-se entre todos, viagens preparam-se e todos relembrámos a experiência inacreditável para que, com muita alegria, fomos seleccionados.” Participante Summer Study 2009

Universidade Católica do Porto

“Esta é uma experiência a recomendar a todos os jovens que desejam partir numa aventura intensa de conhecimento, de crescimento pessoal e intelectual, de conhecer de perto a cultura mais poderosa do mundo e de partilhar a experiência com um grupo de jovens inteligentes, interessantes e de meios muito diversos.” Participante Summer Study 2008

Universidade de Coimbra

SUMMER STUDY I� THE U�ITED STATES

2010 SUMMER I�STITUTES FOR

OUTSTA�DI�G EUROPEA� STUDE�TS

A Program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State

About the Program

The Summer Institutes for Outstanding European Students are five-week academic

Institutes for undergraduate students that will be held in the United States in the summer

of 2010. The Department of State is pleased to work with Drexel University, Bentley

University and University of Minnesota, Twin Cities on these programs. Participation is

open to students from a broad range of ethnic, religious, geographic, and socio-economic

backgrounds from Denmark, France, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden,

and the United Kingdom. All activities will be conducted in English. Please see the

description for each Institute below.

The Institute at Drexel University will offer participants a program focused on the study

of the United States. Participants will learn about the history of the United States and

study the key documents, important events, and people that have shaped the United States

and the American character Drexel’s location in the historic city of Philadelphia will

allow participants to visit the sites pivotal to America’s birth as a country. Students will

have ample opportunities to refine their English, writing, and public communications

skills and work in teams alongside American students on a public service project. This

Institute will host 24 participants.

Bentley University will administer a program focused on entrepreneurship and

leadership development. Participants will learn about different forms of

entrepreneurship, including social entrepreneurship, hear from young entrepreneurs, and

build the skills necessary for leadership. Public speaking and written communication will

be key components of the program. While entrepreneurship is typically identified in the

business field, students in all fields of study are encouraged to apply. This Institute will

host 20 participants.

The Institute at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, will focus on Climate Change

and Sustainability and will include an academic, cultural, and site visit component. The

participants will learn from experts about the latest research and theories on climate

change and environmental sustainability. The University of Minnesota is also prepared to

offer English language tutorials. The participants will be undergraduate students with a

demonstrated interest in climate change and/or sustainability issues. Participants may

have a science or policy background. This Institute will host 10-12 participants.

All program costs will be fully funded by the U.S. Department of State. Participants will

travel to the United States in mid-July (approximately July 16, 2010) and stay for five

weeks. All participants will attend a debriefing and evaluation session in Washington,

D.C., at the conclusion of the Institute before returning to Europe. Recruitment and

selection of the Portuguese candidates for the Institutes will be managed by the Fulbright

Commission in Portugal. The application deadline is April 1. Participants will be

announced in May 2009.

Eligibility Requirements

The Institutes are open to students in all courses of study. Individuals interested in

participating must meet the following eligibility requirements. Applicants must:

• be able to participate in the program in its entirety;

• have completed no more than two years of university study;

• have an adequate working knowledge of English;

• be committed to returning to their home university in the fall of 2009 or to

beginning higher or further education;

• have a high level of academic achievement, as indicated by academic grades,

awards, and teacher recommendations;

• have had little or no study or travel experience in the United States or elsewhere

outside of Portugal

• be mature, responsible, independent, and open-minded;

• and be willing and able to participate fully in the Institute academic program,

including attending all sessions, completing all assignments, and contributing to

classroom discussions.

All participants will be required to obtain a J-1 visa prior to traveling to the United States.

The U.S. Department of State will issue the relevant paperwork, and the Fulbright

Commission will arrange the visa interview.

Financial Provisions

Those selected as participants in the 2010 Summer Institutes will be provided with the

following:

• round-trip airfare from home city to the host university in the United States,

including a stop in Washington, D.C., at the conclusion of the program to

participate in a debriefing session;

• visa sponsorship;

• tuition and fees at the host university;

• lodging and meals on the host university campus;

• a small daily allowance for incidental expenses;

• health and accident coverage in accord with United States Government

guidelines; and

• a book and educational materials allowance.

Application Information

Application forms are available in an electronic format. To download an application

form, please, visit the Fulbright Commission website at www.fulbrightportugal.org

Handwritten application forms and statements will not be considered for selection.

Along with the application form, applicants must submit:

• Copy of official university transcript (with course list) [certificado com

descriminação de disciplinas e notas];

• Copy of official high school transcript [certificado de conclusão de ensino secundário

com media final];

• Copy of I.D. [Bilhete de identidade/Cartão de Cidadão];

• A full copy of Passport, if the applicant has one;

• Proof of financial aid, if applicable;

• An A5 envelope with the applicant’s address for returning the application materials.

The complete application must be sent to the following address and received no later than

April 1:

Centro de Informação Fulbright

2010 Summer Institute for Outstanding European Students

Edifício da Reitoria da Universidade de Lisboa

Alameda da Universidade, Cidade Universitária

Campo Grande

1649-004 Lisboa

Those selected as semi-finalists will be asked to submit:

• two letters of reference,

• a copy of the Declaração de Rendimentos,

• the official university transcript,

• the official high school transcript,

and to attend an interview conducted in English. Questions about the program should be

directed to:

Centro de Informação Fulbright

Edifício da Reitoria da Universidade de Lisboa

Alameda da Universidade, Cidade Universitária,

Campo Grande, 1649-004 Lisboa,

Phone: 217611130

e-mail: studyusa@ccla.pt

A Program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State

APPLICATION

1. NAME (as written on official documents):

(Family Name) (First Name) (Middle)

2. COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP:

3. COUNTRY OF LEGAL RESIDENCE: 4. PLACE OF BIRTH:

(City or Town) (Country)

5. DATE OF BIRTH: (Month) (Day) (Year)

6. Male: Female: 9. CURRENT HOME ADDRESS: Is this a university? � Yes � No

Street/Building Number: Apartment:

City: Postal Index:

Country: Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Email: Cell phone (if applicable): ( )_____________________________________________________________________ PERMANENT HOME ADDRESS (IF DIFFERENT):

Street/Building Number: Apartment: City: Postal Index:

Country: _______ Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Email:

Cell phone (if applicable): ( )_____________________________________________________________________ 10. NAME OF CURRENT ACADEMIC INSTITUTION: _____________

FACULTY/DEPARTMENT:

Address: City: Postal Index:

2010 SUMMER INSTITUTES FOR OUTSTANDING EUROPEAN STUDENTS

A PROGRAM OF THE BUREAU OF EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

Country: Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( )

11. PRESENT STUDY PROGRAM: � First year � Second year

12. EXPECTED GRADUATION DATE (month/year): 13. MAJOR IN HOME COUNTRY [área de estudo]: ____ 14. Have you ever traveled outside of Portugal? � Yes � No If yes, please list all countries: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15. Have you previously traveled on a US Government sponsored exchange program? � Yes � No

IF YES, PLEASE LIST PROGRAM NAME, YEARS AND US LOCATION:

16. a) Annual gross income of your household in euros: _____________________________

b) Number of persons in your household: ____________

If you are selected as a semi-finalist, you will be asked to submit a copy of the declaração de rendimentos of your household. 17. Do you receive financial aid from any source? � Yes � No If yes, please name it _____________________________. If you are selected as a participant and answered yes to this question, you will be asked to submit proof of financial aid.

18. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: If you are selected as a participant, you will be asked to take an English language

assessment. The cost of this examination will be covered by the Fulbright Commission in Portugal. If you have previously taken an official English language exam, such as the TOEFL, please list the name of the exam, your score and the date and place where you took the examination.

Exam: ___________ Score: ______________ Date: ______________ Location: _____________

19. Please rank your English language proficiency in the following areas:

Speaking: Fair Good Excellent

Reading: Fair Good Excellent

Writing: Fair Good Excellent 20. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Please list all volunteer positions, work experience, awards and leadership positions you

have held within the past four years.

21. PERSONAL STATEMENT A: Please attach a personal statement in English of no more than 250-300 words addressing the following question.

Statement A: Please discuss why you are interested in studying in the United States.

22. PERSONAL STATEMENT B: Please attach a personal statement in English of no more than 250-300 words addressing the following question.

Statement B: Using one or more examples, please discuss an issue in your community important to you.

Please remember to submit the following documents along with this form:

• Copy of official university transcript (with course list) [certificado com descriminação de disciplinas e notas];

• Copy of official high school transcript [certificado de conclusão de ensino secundário com média final];

• Copy of I.D. [Bilhete de identidade/Cartão de Cidadão];

• A full copy of Passport, if the applicant has one;

• Proof of financial aid, if applicable;

• An A5 envelope with the applicant’s address for returning the application materials.

The complete application must be sent to the following address and received no later than April 1:

Centro de Informação Fulbright

2010 Summer Institute for Outstanding European Students

Edifício da Reitoria da Universidade de Lisboa

Alameda da Universidade, Cidade Universitária

Campo Grande

1649-004 Lisboa

Those selected as semi-finalists will be asked to submit:

• two letters of reference,

• a copy of the Declaração de Rendimentos,

• the official university transcript,

• the official high school transcript,

and to attend an interview conducted in English on May 6 and 7.