SEE U

APPLICATION SUMMER 2001

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

  1. Print and complete the application form
  2. Enclose all required materials listed in the Check List
  3. 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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APPLICATION FORM:

Preferred Field Study location:
____ Biosphere 2, Arizona, U.S.A. (desert)
____ Black Rock Forest, New York, U.S.A. (temperate forest)
____ Atlantic Forest, Brazil (tropical forest)
If I cannot get my first choice of field site, my second choice is:
____ Biosphere 2, Arizona, U.S.A. (desert)
____ Black Rock Forest, New York, U.S.A. (temperate forest)
____ Atlantic Forest, Brazil (tropical forest)
 
Personal Information:
Last Name: ______________________  First Name: ______________________    Middle Name: ________
Social Security Number: ______-____-________
____ Male ____ Female
Date of Birth: (Month/Date/Year) ____-____-________      Place of Birth: _________________________
 
Citizenship:
____ U.S. Citizen ____ Permanent U.S.
Resident		 ____ Citizen of _______________
Visa Category (if applicable): _________________________
____ Student Visa ____ Other Visa
 
Contact Information:
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________
City: ____________ State: ____________ Zip: ____________
E-mail address: _____________________      Telephone number: _____________________
 
Academic Information:
College/University
Attending:		 __________________________________________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________
City: ____________ State: ____________ Zip: ____________
Current GPA: _____________________      Telephone number: _____________________
Have you ever applied to Columbia University before?: ____ Yes      ____ No
Are you planning to attend any other Columbia University Summer programs?: ____ Yes      ____ No
 
Relevant Experience and Interests (for example, environmental clubs, camping, other field study experience):
 
Safety Information (does not influence admission):
Do you have any medical, physical, dietary, or academic needs that need to be addressed under field conditions?: ____ Yes      ____ No
If you answered yes, to the above question, please describe in the space provided.
 

CHECK LIST OF REQUIRED MATERIALS:

____ 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.
____ Application Fee: A $35 non-refundable application fee payable to Columbia University by check or money order must accompany application.
____ Transcript: Include an unofficial copy of your latest transcript with your application.
____ Essay: Briefly describe why you are choosing to study in your preferred biome. Please limit your statement to 500 words.
____ Reference: One letter of reference from a faculty advisor or science instructor must accompany your application.
   
  Program dates June 4 to July 6. Tuition $4500—due June 1.