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INDONESIA ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDY PROGRAM (IELSP) 

“Frequently Asked Questions”

1. What is IELSP?

The Indonesia English Language Study Program is a scholarship program sponsored by the United States Department of State which offers opportunity to Indonesian university students to join intensive English training programs at the American universities for 8 (eight) weeks.

The main objective of the program is to improve the English language proficiency (English for Academic Purposes) of the participating students. Also, this program aims to provide the students with an enhanced understanding of American society and culture, as well as the opportunity to develop their critical thinking skills.

2. Who can apply?

IELSP is open for third-year and fourth-year undergraduate students from any university in Indonesia from any field of study. Applicants must be 19 – 24 years of age, and must have good English with minimum score 450 for TOEFL^® score, either the International TOEFL^® or the TOEFL^® ITP. Applicants must be willing to participate in an intensive course for eight weeks in the United States.

3. What are the requirements?

  -          age between 19 – 24, and 

-          still enrolled as undergraduate student, at least on the fifth semester (the 3^rd year) in any field of study from any university in Indonesia

-          have a good English proficiency with minimum score 450 for TOEFL^® score, either the International TOEFL^® or the TOEFL^® ITP

-          possess good academic record

-          active in organization or other activities

-          committed to returning to your home university immediately after the program

-          mature, responsible, independent, confident, open-minded, tolerant, thoughtful and inquisitive

4. How do I apply?

In order to apply, applicants can obtain the application form at Indonesian International Education Foundation (IIEF), Menara Imperium Lt. 28 Suite B, Jl. HR Rasuna Said Kav 1, Jakarta 12980. The application form can be downloaded from the IIEF website at www.iief.or.id. The application form can be photocopied.

5. What document should I prepare for the application?

The applicants have to attach these documents in the application form:

-          Completed and signed IELSP application form

-          One (1) color photograph 4 x 6 cm – affix it in the provided box

-          One (1) copy of valid Identification Card (KTP)

-          An official letter of enrollment from university

-          One (1) certified copy of your university transcript records from semesters 1 to 4

If you are a 3^rd year student or from semesters 1 to 6 if you are the 4^th year student or above

-          One (1) copy of high school diploma

-          One (1) copy of high school transcript record (STTB)

-          At least one (1) Letter of Reference from Faculty Member (use the attached from, and put it in a sealed envelope), preferably from your English teacher at the university.

Attention: please do not send the letter separately. It must be attached to the application form

-          One (1) copy of TOEFL®ITP or International TOEFL® score

6. Where do I send the application form?

Mail the completed application forms are to:

                Indonesian International Education Foundation (IIEF)

                Menara Imperium Lt. 28 Suite B

Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. 1 Kuningan

Jakarta 12980

(Please write IELSP on the right upper corner of the envelope)

7. When is the deadline?

  For the Eighth batch, the deadline for IIEF to receive the application is October 18 2010.

8. Do I have to own a passport and a visa prior to applying?

Applicants are not required to have a passport and US visa prior to applying. US visa for selected grantees will be arranged by IIEF. The next batch is scheduled to depart on February/March 2011.

9. Where can I get the information?

For more information please contact:

Indonesian International Education Foundation (IIEF)

                Menara Imperium 28^th Fl, Suite B

Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. 1 Kuningan Jakarta 12980

Telp: +6221 – 831 7330, Fax: +6221 – 831 7331       (office hours)

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