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Our 3-step admissions process will help decide whether your goals are a match with our program and community.

But before you dive into the application, take a beat to explore our Take Action Lab program. See how it aligns with your goals and education.

Let’s get into it:

01 FIT

Reflect & Research

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?

Take the Eligibility Quiz to make sure you can join the program. If so, then you’re ready to apply.

Most importantly, you’ll need to be:

  • 17-21 years old
  • A high school graduate
  • English-language proficient
  • Able to commit to a full-time program (i.e. not enrolled in other courses)
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APPLICATION DEADLINES

February 2025
Term

First: Mar 15

Priority: Apr 19

Regular: Sept 4

Final: Oct 4

August 2025
Term

First: Sept 4

Priority: Oct 4

Regular: Mar TBD

Final: Apr TBD

APPLY ONLINE

Your journey starts here! The application takes less than 2 hours to complete and you can save your progress along the way. (Don’t worry, we promise it’s way less tedious than college apps!)

02 FEASIBILITY

Gather & Prepare

If your application indicates a strong fit for Take Action Lab, you’ll be invited to Step Two, Feasibility.

We’ll work together to confirm you can travel abroad and thrive in the program. Heads up, this part can get a little hectic.

Wait, how much does this cost?

Good question.

Tuition: $21,000 USD

We award both need-based financial aid and merit scholarships because we want people from all backgrounds to have access to this opportunity. Learn more about tuition & aid.

You’ll have three weeks to submit:

PASSPORT

Apply for your passport or (better yet!) confirm you already have one.

HEALTH HISTORY
Fill out our health history form and create a plan to get the necessary vaccinations.
FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION

If you require financial aid, you’ll complete our custom financial aid application. Learn more here.

03 FINALIZE

Offer & Enroll

Finally, our Admissions Committee will review the applications that made it through Step 2 and curate a truly exceptional class from all over the world. Individual merit, the support we’re able to provide, and the balance of the class as a whole are considered in the final selection process.

If you’re chosen to join Take Action Lab, congrats! You’ll get an offer letter welcoming you to the program and outlining your tuition and financial aid package.

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All that’s left is to officially enroll!

  1. Sign your offer letter
  2. Have parent/guardian sign your offer letter
  3. Pay deposit (if you have one)

Dates & Deadlines

Get the exact dates for each step of your admissions journey.

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CONNECT WITH US

Join Info Session

Learn more from alumni and our admissions team on IG Live or Zoom events.

Introduce Yourself

Have questions? Our admissions team is here to help.

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EXCITING NEWS!

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Global Citizen Year is moving forward as part of our new, larger brand: Tilting Futures. New name, same mission, expanded programs and impact.