ADMISSIONS
Applying Procedure
To be considered for admission, all applicants must submit the Online Application Form (click Apply Online button on right) and the remaining application requirements listed below via our online application system Apply Yourself. Applicants may also choose to send by mail or fax application materials. All application materials must be received by the application deadlines. All faxes must have a cover page with the student's name listed on each page. The Fund for American Studies is not responsible for incomplete applications. Application materials that do not meet the requirements listed below will not be accepted. Material received after the application deadline will not be accepted. Do not send attachments by email.
- One letter of recommendation from a professor or Dean: Letters should be a maximum of one page, typed on letterhead and have the name, address, telephone number, email (if available) and signature of the author. All recommendations are subject to verification.
- Resume or curriculum vitae: Typed, one-page document outlining work, academic, and leadership experience. A resume or CV must be in an outline format with at least the following headings: Education, Work Experience, and Activities. Click here to download and view a sample resume in proper format.
- A typed statement of purpose not to exceed 500 words stating your career goals and how the Institute will enhance your personal and
professional skills in achieving these goals.
- Analytical Essay: Attach a 500 word essay on the following topic: Describe one economic or political problem facing your country and how you would solve it as a leader.
SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:
Institute for Leadership in the Americas
The Fund for American Studies
1706 New Hampshire Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20009 USA
Tel: 001-202-986-0384
Fax: 001-202-318-0441
Email: international@tfas.org
Early Deadline: September 15, 2011
Final Deadline: November 1, 2011
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