Summer School in Bioethics!

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Take a look at this amazing opportunity!
Global Bioethics Initiative (GBI) is a not-for-profit international organization founded in 2011. The aim of GBI is to keep the international community, policy decision-makers, the media, and the general public informed and up-to-date on important bioethical issues through various educational activities.

GBI is running a Summer School on Bioethics in New York, a very unique experience, read this carefully and check the website pae to apply.

http://summerschool.globalbioethics.org/

New York City  | June 15 to July 18, 2015

Global Bioethics Initiative invites students worldwide to attend the International Bioethics Summer School in Manhattan, New York City.  Join us for this 5 week one-of-a-kind educational opportunity.

Venue

The Bohemian National Hall, Manhattan, NYC

Curriculum

The International Bioethics Summer School is comprised of a series of morning lectures and seminars, evening events with guest speakers, field trips, and film screenings. Please visit the Program page for more details on the lectures and seminars offered.

Faculty

The faculty of the Summer School is comprised of notable international scholars who will lecture and conduct the seminars on bioethics topics of international import. Please visit the Faculty page for more information.

Final Conference Forum

All participants will present their final papers (written under a faculty member’s supervision) at a conference forum during the final week of the program.

Graduate Certificate

Following completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate in Global Bioethics during a graduation ceremony followed by a banquet.

University Credits

Students may request credits from their home institutions. The awarding of credits is at the discretion of each student’s institution. Students may wish to seek financial assistance or scholarships from their home institutions or outside sources to cover expenses.

Housing

Please check the Housing page for information regarding The International House and Pace University. Some students may wish to make individual housing arrangements. Housing costs are NOT included in the registration fee.
 
 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
International Bioethics Summer School in Manhattan, NYC

U.S. CITIZENS/PERMANENT RESIDENTS

EARLY APPLICATION (discounted fees): Deadline April 15, 2015
REGULAR APPLICATION (regular fees): Deadline May 25, 2015

INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS/NON-U.S. CITIZENS

EARLY APPLICATION (discounted fees): Deadline April 15, 2015.
REGULAR APPLICATION (regular fees): Deadline April 30, 2015.

LANGUAGE COMPETENCY: Candidates whose first language is not English will be called by a member of the Selection Committee by telephone in order to demonstrate competence in spoken English. Please provide a phone number(s) where you may be contacted and indicate your Time Zone. International language certificates may also be accepted as proof of English proficiency/competence.

VISA: Due to visa issues, international participants must apply either early, by March 15 or at the very latest, April 15, 2015. Applications after that date will still be considered, but we cannot guarantee your ability to get a visa on time, so you can defer the attendance for the next year.
Once accepted you will receive a letter of confirmation. You are strongly advised to contact the American Embassy in your country for complete visa requirements as early as possible.
Please read attentively and check all relevant links on program’s website!
Early Registration

Reduced Fees - DEADLINE: April 15

$1550 | High School Seniors
$1650 | Undergraduate Students
$1750 | Graduate Students
$1950 I Professionals

Regular Registration

Non-U.S. Citizens - DEADLINE: April 30
U.S. Citizens - DEADLINE: May 25
$1650 | High School Seniors
$1750 | Undergraduate Students
$1850 | Graduate Students
$2050 | Professionals

CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION