How To Apply
Applications for the Peace Corps Prep Program will be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Eligibility
- All Ä¢¹½tv undergraduate students in good academic and accountability standing may apply.
- Applications should be submitted at least three semesters before a student's expected graduation date.
- We encourage interested students to consider submitting applications earlier to give more time to complete program requirements
- Current fourth year students may be considered on a case by case basis.
Steps for Applying to the Peace Corps Prep Program
- Review the Ä¢¹½tv Peace Corps Prep Program Student Guide.
- Submit a completed Ä¢¹½tv Peace Corps Prep Program admission application, a resume/CV, and a one-page personal statement of interest to the Peace Corps Prep Program Advisor.
- Meet with the Peace Corps Prep Program Advisor to receive admission into the program.
After admission to the program, students must earn a minimum grade of B- in all courses listed on the student’s Peace Corps Prep plan of study.
Completing the Peace Corps Prep Program
- Submit a completed Exit Checklist to the Peace Corps Prep Program Advisor when you have completed all program requirements.
Note: Peace Corps Prep students who apply for Peace Corps service should scan and attach the signed Exit Checklist to their Peace Corps application with the name “PC Prep Checklist.� If you apply to Peace Corps before completing a requirement, you should still submit a signed Exit Checklist - write: “[Activity]: planned [month/year]� for any incomplete requirement
Contacts
Ä¢¹½tv Peace Corps Prep Program Advisor
Mark J Schafer
215 Martin Woodin Hall
225-578-5357
mschaf1@lsu.edu
Ä¢¹½tv Peace Corps Recruiter
Bill Bridgeford
202-386-0083
bbridgeford@peacecorps.gov