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Experiencing Civic Life

June 30–July 12, 2024

Complete and submit the application form below to apply for the Experiencing Civic Life program at the University of Rochester.

Priority application deadline is April 15, 2024. Late applications will be considered for review through May 1, 2024.

Student Name

School

Grade in 2022-23

(first-year, sophomore, junior, senior)

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Student Phone Number

Student Email

Parent/Guardian Name

Parent/Guardian Phone Number

Parent/Guardian Email

Is your high school located in the city of Rochester?

Yes
No

Application Questions

To be considered for program admission, please provide a short (around 200 words) response to the following questions: Why are you interested in this program? Why is learning about history, philosophy, politics, and literature important for the future of American society?

(Suggested length of essay is approximately 200 words.)

Please describe your relationship with reading and writing. Do you read for pleasure? Do you do creative writing? How do you handle challenging reading or writing assignments?

(Suggested length of essay is approximately 200 words.)

As far as you know now, will you be available to attend all classes and events during the two-week residential program (June 30-July 12, 2024)?

Yes
No

Will your parent(s)/guardian(s) permit you to attend the program?

Yes
No

How did you hear about Experiencing Civic Life?

All fields are required. Please make sure you have completed all fields before submitting.