Sample Application Questions

Interested in Applying for the Peace Corps Prep Certificate Program? Check the application below!

Name:                                                             Student ID:                             Date:                            

Phone:                                           Email:                                                      

Major(s):                                                             Minors(s):                                                                           

Expected Graduation (month and year):                                               

Cumulative GPA:                                                                                                      

1- Training and experience in a specific work sector

https://www.peacecorps.gov/ways-to-serve/our-work-sectors/

Please check the box of the sector in which you would like to serve:

• Education
• Health
• Environment
• Agriculture
• Youth in Development
• Community Economic Development

Note: Actual Peace Corps assignments are based on local needs, and thus may or may not align seamlessly with your qualifications. Flexibility is key to the Peace Corps experience!

1. Coursework: List the number and name of 3 courses in this same sector that you plan to take, and the semester in which you plan to take them (it is fine if you’ve already taken them).

   Note: The courses you include on this application may change, but it’s good to have a plan.

   1. Course:                                                                                       
      Semester and year:                                                                   
   2. Course:                                                                                       
      Semester and year:                                                                   
   3. Course:                                                                                       
      Semester and year:                                                                   
2. Hands-on experience in that same sector (must total at least 50 hours). Describe what you plan to do:

2- Intercultural Competence

List the three intercultural courses:

• Course 1: ____________  Semester and Year: ______________
• Course 2:  ____________  Semester and Year: ______________
• Course 3: ____________  Semester and Year: ______________

Substitution Options: Foreign language courses/proficiency

      List foreign language courses you plan to take:

       Course 1:                                                                                             Semester and year:  

       Course 2:                                                                                             Semester and year:  

       Or describe your alternative learning process/proficiency (e.g., native speaker):

       Intercultural Experiences:

        Experience 1:                                                        Semester and year:                                                      

        Experience 2:                                                       Semester and year:                                                       

3- Professional and leadership development

1. Professional resume feedback: When do you plan to meet with Career Services for a one-on-one resume review?   Month and year__________________
2. Professional interview prep: When do you plan to meet with Career Services for an interview workshop, mock interview and/or practice?      Month and year:                                     
3. Describe a leadership experience that you intend to pursue: For example, leading a work or volunteer project, serving on the executive board of a student organization, or organizing a campus event.
4. Connect with a Peace Corps Recruiter, Strategic Campus Recruiter, or Returned Peace Corps Volunteer.      Month and year: