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Open your eyes to Dakar

student artist in Dakar
Application Procedure and Deadlines

The following items must be submitted to the Director of the program prior to the application deadline of October 1 for the spring semester:

"If you are looking for a study abroad program that will challenge you both personally and your global perspective while giving you the chance to try new things, make new friends and gain a stronger sense of independence." (E.N., Occidental College)


  1. A completed Wells College application form with a photo;
  2. Application fee of $50 payable to Wells College;
  3. Two letters of recommendation, one preferably from a French instructor;
  4. A statement of purpose describing how this program would benefit the student's education and how it fits into his/her general course of studies;
  5. A statement from the Academic Dean or appropriate officer of the student's institution indicating that the student is in good standing and has permission to participate in this program;
  6. A copy of the student's transcript.

Application

You can download a printable copy of the application form, the housing and health form, the recommendation form* and the academic reference form in Adobe Acrobat format (PDF). *Please note that you should print the recommendation form twice since you need 2 recommendations.


Adobe Acrobat reader download available here.
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Professor André Siamundele - Director of Study Program in Dakar, Senegal
Wells College 170 Main Street, Aurora NY 13026
Office: 315-364-3308 | Secretary: 315-364-3288 | Fax: 315-364-3257
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