International Partnership for Service Learning and Leadership: International Service Learning Programs

International Partnership for Service-Learning and Leadership (IPSL) programmes unite academic learning with volunteer service to the community. IPSL programs offer academic, credit-bearing courses combined with amazing service-learning opportunities in Hanoi (Vietnam), Thailand, Cambodia, France, Italy, Ireland, Ecuador (Quito/Galapagos Islands and Guayaquil), Thessaloniki (Greece) Arusha (Tanzania) London, England, Cordoba (Argentina) and Cusco (Peru). And a new Spanish language and Arabic language and studies program in Segovia, Spain which has some unique opportunities. Also, check out the newest programs in Hanoi, Vietnam and Cordoba, Argentina!

The studies are rigorous; the service is substantive. By integrating formal study with service to the local community in an intercultural/international setting, students find their learning takes on greater depth and meaning. Subjects studied are diverse and varied and service work falls under many sectors. Most programmes include social work, education, health services and development work. What is included in programme fees differs by programme.

In collaboration with New York's College of Mount St. Vincent, IPSL also offers an MS-IDS (Masters in International Development and Service) graduate program. For more infomration please visit our graduate page on our website @ http://www.ipsl.org/graduateprograms.

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Listing Details

Organization Name

International Partnership for Service Learning and Leadership

www.ipsl.org

Organization Mandate

IPSL engages students, educators, and grassroots organizations around the world in hands-on service to promote equitable relationships, social justice, sustainable change, and a commitment to our shared humanity.

Address

4110 SE Hawthorne Ave., Portland, OR, United States, 97214

Telephone

Portland Office: (1) (503) 395-4775 / New York Office: (718) 405-3429

Non-profit organization?

Yes

Faith-based?

Countries

Regions

North America, South America, Western Europe, Central Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Western Africa, Southern Africa

Duration

2 weeks - 1 month, 1-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months

Age (min)

Age (max)

Price range

$1001-$2500, $2501-$5000, >$5000

Price incluces

Accommodation, Airport pick-up, Entrance Fees, Insurance, Language classes, Meals, Orientation, Tuition

Academic Subjects

Service-Learning™, Cultural Immersion, Advocacy Research™

Application process and requirements

Application due dates vary, but applications should be submitted at least three months prior to the anticipated departure date. Download an application from the website and submit to IPSL to begin the application process.

Language

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

IPSL programs do not require knowledge of a second language~ however~ some strongly recommend previous language experience to be eligible for some electives taught in the host language. Language proficiency is also correlated to deeper cultural immersion when volunteering and doing service.

Certification

Credits from affiliate universities.

Funding information

Financial aid available for those who qualify.

Student status required?

Yes

Type of student status required

High school

Qualifications required

High School or Equivalent

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