The United States-Indonesia Society Summer Studies Program

This program consists of one month of intensive beginning Indonesian language instruction followed by one month of studies in Indonesian history, culture, and contemporary affairs in Yogyakarta, Central Java. It is sponsored by the United States-Indonesia Society (USINDO) in cooperation with the Indonesian Ministry of Education. Fifteen students in the U.S. are selected through competition to participate in this all-expenses-paid program at Gadjah Mada University in June and July. Selected students receive round-trip economy travel to Yogyakarta, insurance, tuition, an allowance for room and board, and a modest miscellaneous expense allowance. Housing is arranged for in dormitories, boarding houses, or Indonesian families. USINDO is a private, non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. and is administered by a bi-national Board of Trustees.

Eligibility
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and graduating seniors, juniors entering their senior year, or graduate students with a specific interest in Indonesia. Prior formal instruction in Indonesian is not necessary and will not aid a student's candidacy.

Application Procedures
When applications are available at the Center notice is circulated through the Center's newsletter, bulletin board, and e-mail groups. In addition to the form and applicable graduate and undergraduate transcripts, applicants submit a one-page personal statement describing academic interests, career goals, interest in Indonesia, and how participation in the program will enhance these interests and goals. The United States-Indonesia Society reviews applications and makes the awards annually.

Deadline
To be announced.

The center is committed to promoting a broader and deeper understanding of Southeast Asia and its peoples, cultures, and historiesby providing resources for faculty, students and the community to learn and disseminate knowledge about the region.