Selection Criteria for Hotchkiss Programs

Applications to all travel programs will be reviewed by a selection committee in consultation with the program leaders.

What follows below are general guidelines; each program may have additional criteria that reflects the content of the program.

  • ​​Successful applicants will have strong support on their feedback form/s

  • Applications that demonstrate thought, reflection, and articulate why the applicant may want to be a part of the program will be prioritized over applications that either appear to be written quickly or without much reflection, or lack specific reasons for interest in the program

  • Successful applicants must be able to work well with others and contribute to a team. This will be determined from multiple sources, including, but not limited to, the advisor feedback form, class dean feedback, as well as advisor and teacher comments in the applicant's record

  • Other indications of an applicant's standing in the community, such as major school prizes and disciplinary history, will also be considered

  • Indicators of resiliency, flexibility, personal responsibility, maturity, and independence from the feedback forms, attendance record, and comments will be considered

  • Students should be able to show their interest in the specific program through prior academic coursework, clubs and other extracurricular activity on or off-campus (if applicable)

  • Some programs will require applicants to have completed specific classes or equivalent coursework. For those opportunities linked to the co-curricular program, relevant skills or a certain age may be required

  • Additional consideration will be given to those who have communicated with the program leaders directly about their interest in the program, either by email, in person, or by attending informational meetings

There is often a great deal of interest in our programs, however logistical considerations limit the number of students that can participate in specific programs. We encourage students to apply to any program of interest, and also caution that selection is not guaranteed. Please speak to David Thompson, Director of International Programs, for further information.

Hotchkiss does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, in any of its activities or operations.