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The Peace Corps Prep Program at ÃÛÑ¿TV is designed for the undergraduate student who’s ready to think bigger and serve with purpose. Whether you’re looking to launch an international career, volunteer with a service organization like the Peace Corps or simply expand your horizons, this program will help you bring your vision to life.

Besides on-the-ground volunteer experience and intensive training in intercultural competency, this program offers a fully interdisciplinary approach, making it perfect for anyone with an interest in education, healthcare, the environment, agriculture, youth development or economic development.

This program is backed by Adelphi’s long-standing tradition of global engagement, from the Levermore Global Scholars program to our many study abroad opportunities.

Program Benefits

• Earn a certificate from a widely recognized U.S. organization.
• Build greater intercultural and international competence.
• Enhance your professional development.
• Fine-tune your résumé and interview skills.
• Gain an edge over other applicants when applying to a service organization.

Program Components

Sector-Specific Work Experience and Training

Get hands-on experience with the projects that matter most to you.

Complete at least three courses and 50 hours of volunteer work in the work sector of your choice. There are many options for everyone, including:

• Education: Teach lessons that last a lifetime and strengthen relationships among families, schools and communities by working as a math, science, English, resource or reading/literacy teacher.
• Health: Address urgent global health crises, such as malnutrition, maternal and child health, hygiene, and malaria and HIV/AIDS, by working alongside clinics and healthcare providers on culturally competent, community-first strategies.
• Environment: Create a more sustainable world by promoting efforts to protect local natural resources and enhance people’s knowledge of environmental issues.

You will meet with an adviser to discuss the best options for you.

Intercultural Competence

Break down cultural barriers, starting in the classroom.

Take three courses that will help you learn about other histories and cultures while reflecting on your own experiences. These courses provide transformative opportunities to develop new skills, knowledge and perspectives. You’ll be empowered to collaborate with people in any community, anywhere in the world, bridging your differences and creating lasting connections.

You can also fulfill this component by engaging in an intercultural experience—like studying, volunteering or teaching abroad—or taking courses in another language.

Professional and Leadership Development

Build a career-ready foundation for your next step.

Serving with the Peace Corps and other global service organizations requires a high level of professionalism. In this program, you’ll take the steps to make yourself a competitive candidate for these—or any other—positions.

• Have your résumé critiqued.
• Attend an interview skills or mock interviewing training.
• Embark on at least one significant leadership experience and be able to discuss it thoughtfully.
• Connect with Peace Corps recruiters to discover more benefits of service.

Eligibility and How to Apply

Students must be undergraduates in good standing in order to .