How are students invited to participate
in the program?
Students are invited to participate in a variety of ways. They can be
nominated for the program by teachers, former Student Ambassadors or their
parents. Our goal is to offer the opportunity to participate in our programs
to as many students as possible, and for this reason, we work with student
listing organizations to send invitations to students who may be interested
in the program. Students can also request an invitation, but regardless of
how they receive an invitation, all students must be interviewed and submit
three letters of recommendation. We rely on this process to help us select
the best students and ensure that they are appropriate candidates for the
program.
How much does the program
cost?
Tuition varies by program, and includes accommodations, meals and
much more. Because of the variety of our programs, we do not provide
tuition details on this site. For a full explanation of your program and
the tuition, please attend your local
information
meeting.
How do I reserve my spot
at a meeting?
Simply go to the
reserve area of this site.
Once you log in with your name and Personal Identification Number,
information about your meeting location, time and date will appear and
you will be confirmed for your meeting.
What can I expect at the
meeting?
At your
information meeting, you will hear all
about the programs we offer, meet alumni and their families as well as
teacher-leaders, learn tuition details and get all your other questions
answered. You will also receive application materials. Meetings last
about one hour.
Who should go to the meeting?
While we encourage the entire family to attend and learn about this
life-changing opportunity, it is not necessary. We do highly recommend
the invited student attend with at least one parent or guardian.
Where is my meeting?
Details about your meeting can be found by logging in to the
reserve area with your name and Personal
Identification Number (PIN). Your PIN can be found on your invitation
letter.
Can I attend a different
meeting?
While we encourage you to attend the meeting to which you were
invited, we understand other time commitments. We will be happy to find
an alternate meeting for you. Please contact us at 509.534.0430 or
info@studentambassadors.org.
Who is People to People?
People to People was founded in 1956 by President Dwight D.
Eisenhower, who believed that ordinary citizens of different nations, if
able to communicate directly, would solve their differences and find a
way to live in peace. This simple thought – that people can make a
difference where government cannot – is People to People’s foundation.
Since 1963, People to People Student Ambassador Programs has taken
thousands of students across international borders to connect with
people all over the world.
Learn more
about us.
How do you choose the leaders?
We choose teacher leaders in much the same way we select Student Ambassadors: through applications, recommendations and interviews. We have a large group of leaders each year who are very experienced in leading student delegations. Many of them have served as People to People delegation leaders for several years.
When will my program depart?
Delegations usually depart between the first week of June and the end of July. The specific departure date depends on when school closes in your area and how many students are in your delegation. You'll be on the road for approximately two or three weeks, depending on your grade level and the countries you'll be visiting.
How long will I be away from home?
Most Student Ambassador journeys are between two and three weeks long, depending on your grade level and the countries you'll be visiting. Programs for high school students and our alumni who have explored previously as Student Ambassadors tend to last about three weeks. Programs for fifth and sixth grade students are usually about two weeks in length.
