Living Routes - Online Application

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284 N. Pleasant St. ste 1

Amherst, MA 01002

(888) 515-7333

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in participating in one or more Living Routes' transformational programs. We encourage participants from all backgrounds, learning experiences and interests to apply. We look forward to receiving your application. Please also feel free to call or email us with any questions you may have. You are welcome to email Jacky or Moe with any questions you may have jacky (at) livingroutes.org moe (at) livingroutes.org

Frequently Asked Questions:

What factors most impact Living Routes' admissions decisions?
Mainly maturity, motivation and a good fit for the program.
Can I apply for Financial Aid at the same time?
You are welcome to submit an application for a needs-based scholarship at any time, but these materials will not be reviewed until after an acceptance decision has been made.
Will delayed references affect my chances of getting accepted to a semester program?
We do not need to wait for references and transcripts to arrive before holding your place for a semester program, but they will be necessary before a formal acceptance can be offered.
What happens after I submit an application?
After you submit your application, we will email/phone you to let you know the next steps. With each application, you will need supporting materials which we will discuss with you in detail. (Ex. semester programs require a Biographical Essay.)
I would like to participate in two programs. Do I need to apply twice?
Only one application and fee payment ($50) is required if applying to multiple programs. To apply for additional programs use the second and third columns below.

Online Application for Admission

Select Program Country, Term, and Year

Current Contact Information

Full name as it appears on your passport:

First name:
Middle:
Last name:
Preferred name:
Gender:
Social Security Number*:
Cell Phone Number:
Email Address:

Date of Birth:
*Application is submitted over an unsecured connection. SS# can be called in.

Current Address:
Street:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone Number:
Work Phone Number:
This Address/Landline is valid until:

Permanent Address

Street:
City:
State:
Zip:
Home Phone Number:
Work Phone Number:

Emergency Contact Information (Can be same as Primary Contact)

First Name:
Last Name:
Relationship:
Phone Number:
Cell Phone:
Email:

Contact Information:

Primary Contact (mother/father/spouse/partner)		Secondary Contact (mother/father/spouse/partner)
First Name:		First Name:
Last Name:		Last Name:
Street:		Street:
City:		City:
State:		State:
Zip:		Zip:
Phone Number:		Phone Number:
Email:		Email:
Occupation:		Occupation:

If applying for an International Program, please complete this section:

Do you have a valid passport for the duration of the program, plus 6 months? Yes No
If yes, what is your passport number?* Expiration Date:
*Application is submitted over an unsecured connection. Passport info can be called in.

What nationality is your passport?
U.S. Other:

If you are currently a student, please complete this section:

Home College or University: GPA:

I am in: College High School Grad School Other:

Present Standing : Fr. So. Jr. Sr.

Student ID number:
Major(s):
minor(s):

List other educational experiences including institutes, summer programs & foreign studies:
(Include school name, location, grade levels/dates, diploma/degree)
Do you require academic credit from our accrediting university? Yes No

Faculty Advisor (the person who helps you select courses):

First Name:
Last Name:
Email address:

Study Abroad Advisor (the person responsible for approving your study abroad):

First Name:
Last Name:
Email address:

What Financial Aid are you currently recieving?
Federal State None Other:

Approximate tuition costs per semester (optional): Room & Board:

Short Answer Response

1) Why are you interested in participating in a Living Routes' program instead of other study abroad programs? Why do you think it is a good fit for you at this point in your life? Be specific.

2) Describe the kinds of community/group experiences you have had. What have been some of your successes working with groups? What have been some of your challenges?

3) Briefly describe a powerful eduational experience that you have had. What made it powerful? What did you learn from it? Be specific.

4) Many ecovillages have a spiritual (not religious) focus. How do you feel about this? Explain.

5) Please list three goals/hopes you have for studying with Living Routes:

6) Describe the areas of your life in which you'd like to grow and why.

Personal Information

How did you find out about this program? (check all that apply)

	Poster
	Fair/Event
	Classroom Presentation
	Friend(s):
	Internet Site:
	Internet Search Engine:
	What was the query?
	Other:

Do you know a friend who would like to learn about Living Routes programs?

(name & email)

What is your current occupation?
Student
Other

What is your desired or ideal career?

What is your native language?

Please list any languages you speak:

Please list previous travel abroad experiences and dates:

Please list your interests, passions, and preferred extracurricular activities:

How would you describe your diet?

Other dietary restrictions - please clarify:

Who should we bill for tuition?

Is there anything else you would like to share with us?

How would you describe yourself?

(This section is optional)

African-American or Black
Native American
Asian/Pacific Islander
Hispanic/Latin American
White (Non-Hispanic)
Multi-Racial
Other (please specify)

Application Fee Payment Method

After submitting your application you will be redirected to a page informing you of any other steps you need to complete your application. One of these is to submit an application fee. You can either pay this online by credit card (via Google Checkout) or by mailed check. It makes our job easier if we know which method to expect and associate that with your application directly.

How do you plan to pay?
I have my credit card ready and will pay online.
I will mail in a check.

Living Routes does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability in the administration of its policies and programs.

(888) 515-7333 or (413) 259-0025 fax: (413) 259-1113

Living Routes is an independent, non-profit educational organization with academic programs accredited by the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Living Routes embraces equal employment and educational opportunities for all people.