The Fund for American Studies

TFAS is a higher-education/non-profit organization founded in 1967 Founded on the Principles of Free Market-Economics, Liberty, Individual

Freedom and Democracy

Five Summer Institutes in DC, One Semester Institute in DC

DC Institutes Attract US Undergraduates and International Undergraduate and Masters Students

Students Work at Internship During the Day and Attend Classes at Georgetown University in the Evenings

Georgetown University Awards 6-9 US Academic Credit Hours in 8 Weeks

Georgetown University Ranks 21st in the US and 155th in the QS World University Rankings

Admissions Requirements-US Institutes

International Student Deadline is 15 January 2012 (2011 deadline passed)

Online Application Form Where All Materials Are Uploaded

Letter of Recommendation Official Transcripts Translated into English CV, Writing Sample, & Statement of Purpose Econ Prerequisite- Micro/Macro Application Fee of 45.00USD or 129.42PLN TOEFL Exam (Or Similar) Secure Visa After Admittance-TFAS/GU Will Assist

Students Who Need Visas

Student Life in DC Site Briefings- Based on Institute: CIA, State

Department, Embassies, World Bank Washington Post, Soup Kitchen

Professional Development Seminars-Small Group Format

Mentor Program Social Activities: Trivia Night, Talent Show,

BBQ, Baseball Games Walter Judd Freedom Award Ceremony-

Celebrate TFAS Founder Judd (1 of 5)- Honors People Promoting Human Rights, Freedom Worldwide

The Ignacy Jan Paderewski Scholarship This scholarship fund provides a unique

educational opportunity to exceptional Polish students, and allow these young leaders to come to Washington, D.C., to attend The Fund’s summer programs.

Six outstanding Polish students have been awarded this scholarship to attend an eight week Institute in Washington, DC

Sponsored by General Ed Rowny-2007 Walter Judd Recipient

TFAS International Because of Demand in 1989-1991 To Study in

DC by Eastern European Students- TFAS Went International

International Flagship- AIPES Founded in 1993 and Based in Prague- Polish Students-Mainly CEE, Central Asia, US and W. Europe

IIPES-Crete-Founded in 1996-Eastern Mediterranean/Balkans

AIPE-Hong Kong-Founded in 2002- Asia EJI-Prague-Founded in 2004 ILA- Chile- Founded in 2009-Latin America

American Institute on Political and Economic Systems

(AIPES) Celebrating 19Years of Leadership- Prague, Czech

Republic

5-27 July, 2011The Fund for American

Studies in partnership with Charles University and Georgetown University

Come to Prague!“AIPES presents a special opportunity for young future

leaders to meet at a unique point in their lives. Students share their dreams and experiences while deepening their

appreciation of democratic values and insights into the world economy today.” –Filip Galetic, Croatia

Discover new leadership skills through cross cultural exchange

Foster new relationships through networking opportunities

Experience Prague With 120 Students From30+ Different Countries and Put Your Leadership Talents/Skills to the UltimateChallenge

AcademicsThe Institute’s curriculum engages students in a thorough examination of fundamental political and economic concepts, using the American

model as its focus.

Two Courses: Political Science/Government & Economics Taught by American Professors

The Economics component examines the structure and functions of market economics.

Government-Examines History of Democracy/US Constitutional Theory/Comparison to Life Today in US and Europe

US PhD Teaching Assistants- Discussion Groups

Parliamentary Simulation-Create New Nation of AIPES

Academic Credit is available through Georgetown University for both undergraduate and graduate students worth three credits.

TFAS International AdmissionsOnline Application FormCritical EssayStatement of PurposeTranslated Transcripts into EnglishLetter of RecommendationPhone InterviewDeadline- 15 March 2011-Mention This

Presentation and Get an Extension!

AIPES Scholarships & Costs

Total Cost is Approximately 600 Euros (Total Cost (3500)-Scholarship Award

Tuition Explanation: 75% GU Tuition

Room in Dormitory-Different Country

2 Meals per Day (Sometimes More)Academic MaterialsSpecial Events

AIPES Polish Scholarship The Tadeusz Kosciuszko Scholarship

Instituted in November of 2010 by The Rosenstiel Foundation (headed by Lady Blanka Rosenstiel), His lifetime dedication to liberty and constitutional government will shine brightly through the Polish students who receive scholarships to attend our American Institute on Political and Economic Systems (AIPES) in Prague from this endowment.

One accepted Polish student will be awarded 500 Euros for the AIPES 2011 Institute.

Notable Guest Lecturers and Commencement Speakers

Lech Walesa, former President of Poland

Donald Tusk, PM of Poland Jose Aznar former Prime Minister of

Spain Zoran Djindjic, Prime Minister of

Serbia Vaclav Klaus, Prime Minister of the

Czech Republic Mart Laar, former Prime Minister of

Estonia (pictured at left) Valdas Adamkus, President of

Lithuania Boris Tadic, President of Serbia 2011

Invited**

• Speakers titles listed at time of AIPES Address

• **Awaiting Reply

TFAS Alumni NetworkThe Fund for American studies has educated over 12,000

students from 110 different countries since its conception in 1967; Over 1700 Have Attended AIPES since 1993

“AIPES 2005 proved to be an intensive, rigorous, and overwhelmingly valuable experience for me. The school, with its multifold perspectives – educational, communicational, intercultural – and being settled in a city of vast beauty and sheer historical significance, truly proved to be a life-changing experience."

Marko Klasnja, Serbia

Alumni form a significant network of young leaders and professionals in academia, law, business, and government.

Alumni communicate through e-groups, seminars, conferences, and country chapters.

Apply Online Today!www.tfasinternational.org