Apply to BFTF
Ben Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute
International applicants, please contact the US Embassy/Consulate in your respective country to apply
BFTF Application Packet (for US citizens)
- Application (online, Word)
- Resume or list of activities, projects, or experiences
- Two essays (2-3 paragraphs each, single-spaced)
- Two letters of recommendation
- ANY additional evidence that demonstrates your interest and willingness to participate in the Institute. Such evidence may include but not limited to diplomas, certificates, letters of support, articles in newspapers, letters from peers or superiors, etc.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated leadership potential
- Interest in diplomacy, international relations, and public policy
- Maturity, open-mindedness, and independent thinking
- Sustained high level of academic achievement
- Demonstrated interest in volunteering and community work
- Commitment to apply new knowledge and skills in his/her community
- Ability to work in a team
- Responsibility
- Tolerance and willingness to collaborate with peers with different cultural backgrounds
Application deadline – March 14, 2021. All 16-18 years old U.S. citizens may apply.
Mail or send electronically the full package by March 14, 2021 to:
Dr. Anatoli Rapoport or Dr. Jeff Spanke
Contact the Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute
(765) 496-3029 or rapoport@purdue.edu
Beering Hall of Liberal Arts and Education
100 N. University Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098
Room 4176