Hotchkiss in France, Italy,
RSIC 2026 (Australia), and
Watson Fellowship

Application Deadline: January 28, 2026, 10:00 p.m.

Hotchkiss Travel Programs:

• Hotchkiss in France (French Immersion) 

• Hotchkiss Music in Italy (Orchestral music and piano)

Other Opportunities with a January 29 Deadline:

• Watson Civic Engagement Fellowship (funding for two summers for current Lower Mids) 

• Fall 2026 Round Square International Conference in Australia (open to members of the classes of 2028 and 2029)

Hotchkiss Summer Research Programs:

• Application materials will be shared by Dr. Blevins

Before starting the on-line application for the Hotchkiss Travel Programs, you should have the following materials and information ready to complete step 1, 2 and 3 below: 

1. Basic information for you and your parents/legal guardians
   (addresses, phone numbers, email addresses)

2. Responses to the following short essay questions:

   • Describe a time when you pushed yourself beyond the familiar and the comfortable.

   • If you could show a friend one place that you have lived or visited, where would it be, and what makes this place so special?

3. Response to the following longer essay question:

   • Please tell us why you are interested in this particular program and what you think you can contribute to the group.

4. Speak with your advisor about your interest in applying, and ask if they can complete a Feedback Form for you.
   If so, send them this link for the form. 

5. S/he should complete the form by  February 2, 2026.
   Note: All feedback forms will be kept confidential and will not be available to the applicants.

Ready to apply or learn more?

Please click on the program name below to access the applications or additional information: 

• Hotchkiss in France (French Immersion; replaces Hotchkiss in Guadeloupe) 

• Hotchkiss Music in Italy (Orchestral music and piano)

• Round Square International Conference in Australia, Fall 2026 - (only open to members of the classes of 2028 and 2029) 

• Watson Civic Engagement Fellowship (funding for two summers for current Lower Mids)