APPLICATION SUMMER 2001
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Print and complete the application form
- Enclose all required materials listed in the Check List
- Mail the form and required materials in a single envelope to:
Summer Ecosystem Experiences for Undergraduates (SEE-U)
CERC (Center for Environmental Research and Conservation)
Columbia University
1200 Amsterdam Avenue, Mail Code 5557
Schermerhorn Extension, 10th floor
New York, NY 10027
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Printable application form ]
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APPLICATION FORM:
Preferred Field Study location: |
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Biosphere 2, Arizona, U.S.A. (desert) |
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Black Rock Forest, New York, U.S.A. (temperate forest) |
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Atlantic Forest, Brazil (tropical forest) |
If I cannot get my first choice of field site, my second choice is: |
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Biosphere 2, Arizona, U.S.A. (desert) |
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Black Rock Forest, New York, U.S.A. (temperate forest) |
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Atlantic Forest, Brazil (tropical forest) |
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Personal Information: |
Last Name: |
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First Name: |
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Middle Name: |
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Social Security Number: |
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Date of Birth: |
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Place of Birth: |
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Citizenship: |
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U.S. Citizen |
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Permanent U.S. Resident |
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Citizen |
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Visa Category |
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Student Visa |
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Other Visa |
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Contact Information: |
Mailing Address: |
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E-mail address: |
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Telephone number: |
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Academic Information: |
College/University Attending: |
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Current GPA: |
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Telephone number: |
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Have you ever applied to Columbia University before?: |
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Yes |
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No |
Are you planning to attend any other Columbia University Summer programs?: |
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Yes |
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No |
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Relevant Experience and Interests (for example, environmental clubs, camping, other field study experience): |
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Safety Information (does not influence admission): |
Do you have any medical, physical, dietary, or academic needs that need to be addressed under field conditions?: |
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Yes |
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No |
If you answered yes, to the above question, please describe in the space provided. |
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CHECK LIST OF REQUIRED MATERIALS:
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Application should be received no later than April 1 to ensure site selection and no later than April 15 to be considered for financial aid. All applications must be received no later than May 1. |
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Application Fee: A $35 non-refundable application fee payable to Columbia University by check or money order must accompany application. |
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Transcript: Include an unofficial copy of your latest transcript with your application. |
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Essay: Briefly describe why you are choosing to study in your preferred biome. Please limit your statement to 500 words. |
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Reference: One letter of reference from a faculty advisor or science instructor must accompany your application. |
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Program dates June 4 to July 6. Tuition $4500due June 1. |
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