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The Dornsife Faculty-Led Programs Office (FLP) offers a variety of Summer programs, including Problems Without Passports (PWP) courses. PWP courses combine problem-based or inquiry learning research exercises with study in different locations worldwide. These programs are open to all USC undergraduate students. However, graduate students are ineligible to apply, and progressive students must contact the FLP office (flp@dornsife.usc.edu) to determine eligibility before applying.

Summer programs typically run from the end of May to July and are attached to the Summer semester, separate from the Spring semester. Summer courses can be found in the Special Sections of the USC Catalogue and are not eligible to be included in financial aid packages. A normal academic load for undergraduate students is 12-16 units per semester, with the university recommending that undergraduates register for no more than 18 units. Permission to enroll in more than 20 units requires written approval from the student’s home department.

Students participating in Summer FLP programs will need to pay for Summer tuition and FLP program fees. These fees cover various expenses such as lodging, meals, transportation, and other program-related costs.

Our independent Faculty-Led Program (FLP) options provide exceptional opportunities for research and experiential learning off-campus, both in the United States and internationally.

PWP and Summer Programs

    • Dornsife FLP: Problems Without Passports -The Biology of Health from a Global Perspective (BISC 428)
    • Dornsife FLP: Problems Without Passports -Archaeological Fieldwork in the Maya Region (ANTH 450)
      • Location: Blue Creek, Belize
      • Led By: Eric Heller, erichell@usc.edu
      • Brochure Application
      • Information session:
        • Friday, January 26th at 3pm in Taper Hall Basement, Room 8 (THH B8).
        • Wednesday, January 31st at 6pm via Zoom (Meeting ID: 841 192 5086)
        • February 6th at 4pm in Taper Hall Basement, Room 8 (THH B8).
    • Dornsife FLP: Field Research in Maya Archaeology (ANTH 450-PWP)
    • Dornsife FLP: Indigenous Language Revitalization in Ireland and Northern Ireland (ANTH 409- PWP)
      • Location: Belfast, United Kingdom, Dublin, Ireland, Glencolumbkille, Ireland
      • Led By: Tok Thompson​​​​​​​, tokthomp@usc.edu
    • Dornsife FLP: IR Brussels Summer Internship Program 2023 (IR 391x)
    • Dornsife FLP: USC French Program, Summer in Dijon (FREN 300, 330, 490X, 150, 220, 250)
    • Dornsife FLP: USC Taiwan Chinese Summer Program (EALC 204, 206, 304, 306, 404, 406, or 106)

How to Apply

Dornsife FLPs are for undergraduate students only. Graduate students are ineligible to apply. Progressive students must contact the FLP office for eligibility prior to applying (flp@dornsife.usc.edu).

  1. Access the Student Travel Abroad Portal to review upcoming programs. Each program brochure provides essential details such as program type, location, duration, course prerequisites, program cost breakdown, contact information for program staff, and more.
  2. Compile a list of programs that interest you and consult your department’s academic advisor to ensure that the FLP aligns with your academic plans.
  3. Submit your application for the desired program before the stated application deadline mentioned in the program brochure. Remember that applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Please note that each student is limited to a maximum of two applications.
  4. Once your application is accepted, make sure to click the “Commitment to Participate” button within the specified timeframe. Failure to do so may result in your withdrawal from the program. Please be aware that should you decide to drop the course after confirming your participation, you will be liable for the $500 withdrawal fee and any applicable program vendor cancellation fees.
  5. Following confirmation of your participation in the FLP, request D-clearance from your course department and proceed to register for the class through USC’s Web Registration. Make sure to adhere to the add/drop deadlines for the Spring or Summer term.
  6. Take note of the scheduled orientation dates provided by Dornsife FLP and the Program Faculty Director. Your attendance is mandatory for both the pre-departure orientation and the on-site orientation.
  7. Sign and submit all the required post-decision documents as indicated in your Student Travel Abroad portal. It’s crucial to ensure that all documents are submitted six weeks before the program’s departure date.
  8. Confirm that all your travel arrangements are finalized and payments are settled.
  9. Get ready for an enriching educational adventure abroad that promises to be a transformative experience!

Please remember that in order to be fully enrolled, you must meet both the application deadline by submitting an application through the Student Travel Abroad Portal and registering for the corresponding course via USC’s Web Registration.

 

Maymester, PWP, and Summer program applications are now open.

Application Due Dates:

Students applying to a Summer FLP now have two options:

  1. Apply by Saturday, November 25th, 2023 and receive a decision by Monday, December 11th, 2023.
  2. Apply by Friday, February 16th, 2024 and receive a decision by Monday, February 19th, 2024.

 

Early Deadlines (Summer programs Only):

Applications Open: September 6th, 2023

Priority Deadline: Saturday, November 25th, 2023

Program Decision Date: Monday, December 11th, 2023

Deadline to Commit to Program: Monday, December 18th, 2023

 

Final Deadlines (Summer programs Only):

Application Deadline:  Friday, February 16th, 2024

Program Decision Date: Monday, February 19th, 2024

Deadline to Commit to Program: Thursday,  February 22nd, 2024

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