KEI reviews applications on a rolling basis.
Students are encouraged to apply early to reserve a place in the program and take advantage of the early enrollment discount.
Completed applications take approximately 1 week to review.
PROGRAM SESSION
PROGRAM LOCATION
APPLICATION DEADLINE **
ENROLLMENT DEADLINE *
ACADEMIC YEAR:
Bulgaria, China, Ecuador, England, France, Ireland, Kenya, Peru, Russia, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand
May 10
May 24
India
March 10
March 24
FALL: Semester, Quarter, Trimester
Bulgaria, China, Ecuador, England, France, Ireland, Kenya, Peru, Russia, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand
May 10
May 24
India
March 10
March 24
WINTER/SPRING: Semester, Quarter, Trimester
Bulgaria, China, Ecuador, England, France, Ireland, Peru, Russia, Spain, Tanzania
November 10
November 24
India, Kenya, Thailand
October 10
October 24
SUMMER TERMS:
Bulgaria, China, Ecuador,England, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, Peru, Russia, Spain, Tanzania, Thailand
March 10
March 24
* Your actual enrollment deadline may be different from the Final Enrollment Deadline.
Your enrollment deadline depends on your date of admission.
Students must enroll within 2 weeks of their admissions date or by the Final Enrollment Deadline, whichever comes first.Late Applications **
There is no late application deadline.
However, applications completed after the application deadline will be reviewed only if space is available in the program.
Check to see if your program is still accepting applications.
Late applications must include a non-refundable processing fee of $150, in addition to the regular application fee of $100.
If applying after the enrollment deadline, the $850 non-refundable enrollment-confirmation deposit must also be submitted with the application.
Late applicants may also incur additional fees to cover any increases in cost of housing, excursions and other logistical services that may arise as a result of applying after the deadline.
Admission to KEI programs is based on academic performance, a letter of reference, a personal statement, and an interview.
We look for applicants who are well-rounded, motivated and have a strong interest in studying abroad.
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Students with a GPA below 2.5 may still be considered on an individual basis based on their personal situation.
A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for all internship applicants.
A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required for the Science, Math and Engineering Research program in Pushchino, Russia.
KEI does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or ethnic origin.
Application Requirements
Applications are assessed as they are completed and programs are filled accordingly.
It is the student�s responsibility to make sure that the application is completed by the deadline date for the desired term of study.
Applicants should read and understand the information published on the KEI website and KEI program literature.
In addition, applicants must agree to abide by policies outlined in the KEI Policies and KEI Student Agreement.
Both documents are available in PDF format on this website.
Please do not hesitate to contact a KEI advisor if you have questions about the application and enrollment process.
A complete application consists of the application form and supporting documents - including personal statement, passport information, passport photos, letter of reference, official transcript and payment of the application fee.
The application form can be submitted online or by mail.
A hard copy of the application is available in the KEI Programs Catalogue.
Supporting documents must be mailed to KEI's office in care of "APPLICATION."
APPLICATION FORM
KEI's application form is self-guided.
Applicants should gather all required information before starting the application process.
PERSONAL STATEMENT
The personal statement should be approximately 500 words, and describe your academic and professional goals, what you have done thus far to achieve these goals and how studying abroad with KEI will contribute to achieving your goals.
PASSPORT INFORMATION
We will need a copy of your passport information page - the one with your picture.
A clear photocopy can be mailed to our office or emailed as a JPG, GIF, BMP or TIF image to info@KEIabroad.org.
Don't have a passport? Don't worry.
You can still apply to the program now; just make sure to order your passport as soon as possible and submit a copy before the enrollment deadline.
Your KEI advisor can assist you with this process.
PASSPORT PHOTOS
You must mail 4 passport-sized photographs (16 photos if applying to Kenya, Tanzania or South Africa) to the KEI office.
All photos MUST be official size.
Do NOT send photocopied or scanned photos.
Make sure to read the Passport Photo Guidelines before sending your photos.
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
You should have the following information available:
Academic Advisor - full name, title, department, email and telephone.
If you do not have an Academic Advisor, you can skip this part of the application.
Study Abroad Advisor - full name, title, email and telephone.
If you do not have a Study Abroad Advisor, you can skip this part of the application.
Transcript - an official transcript must be mailed to the KEI office.
To expedite the application process (suggested for students applying close to or after the application deadline), you can email a JPG, GIF, BMP or TIF image of an unofficial transcript to info@KEIaboad.org.
Note that an official transcript is still required to complete your application.
LETTER OF REFERENCE
Starting with the Summer 2009 program, only one letter of reference is required.
The reference should come from your teacher/professor or a person who had a significant influence in your life (advisor, piano teacher, coach, employer, etc.)
The letter of reference must be sent to KEI's office.
APPLICATION FEE
The non-refundable application fee is $100 USD, payable by check or money order.
If you apply and enroll before the program's application deadline the $100 application fee will be applied towards the program fee.
Visit the Early Enrollment page for more information about this offer.
Late applications must include a non-refundable processing fee of $150, in addition to the regular application fee of $100.
If applying after the enrollment deadline, the $850 non-refundable enrollment-confirmation deposit must also be submitted with the application.
INTERVIEW
After KEI receives your application, we will contact you to set up a phone interview. Candidates that live in the New York City area may also come in for a personal interview.
Phone interviews are very informal and are a way for you to ask any questions that are on your mind. They are also a way for your Program Manager to find out how best to help you prepare for your study abroad.
FOR MINORS
Applicants under the age of 18 must submit a Waiver for Minors form signed by a legal guardian, usually a parent.
Enrollment Process
Applicants accepted to a KEI program will receive a predeparture guide and enrollment documents.
Enrollment documents include: Official Admissions Notice, Student Agreement, Health & Safety Guide, Medical Review Form, Supplemental Information Form, Transcript Request Form and Program Invoice.
Additional documents may also be included depending on the program and student�s individual needs.
To enroll in a program, submit the following to KEI by the enrollment deadline for your program session.
Student Agreement
Medical Forms and supporting medical documents
Supplemental Information Form
Transcript Request Form
Photocopy of passport (data page) � only if not submitted with application form
