Summer Institute on Philanthropy and Public Service

Posted by on January 21, 2005

The Early Application Deadline for scholarship funding is quickly approaching for the Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service, a dynamic summer program for undergraduate students interested in volunteerism and careers in the nonprofit sector.

The 2005 summer institute will be held from June 4 through July 30, 2005, at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Online applications are available at <a href="http://www.dcinternships.org/ipvs">http://www.dcinternships.org/ipvs</a>.

A substantial amount of scholarship funding is available and over half of all students accepted to the program receive a scholarship. Students are encouraged to apply by the early deadline of January 15, 2005 as acceptance, internship placement and scholarship decisions are made on a rolling basis. Students applying before this date will receive a 5% discount on their tuition balance. Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership ability and financial need.

This face-paced Institute offers a rigorous combination of professional experience, academic learning and service projects that will provide students with an unparalleled experience in the nation’s capital.

* Internships – Competitive placements with national & community nonprofit organizations
* Classes – Up to 9 credit hours from Georgetown University
* Housing – Furnished on-campus apartments
* Service – Variety of hands-on community projects
* Leadership Development – Leadership and career building activities
* Scholarships – Over half of all students receive full or partial funding

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please visit the website at <a href="http://www.dcinternships.org/ipvs">http://www.dcinternships.org/ipvs</a> or contact Shane Goldsmith, Institute Director, by phone at 1-800-741-6964 or via email at [email protected].