American Junior Year Application

Please complete the application below to be considered for the American Junior Year (AJY) Program. Upon submission, you will receive an email with instructions on the next steps. Please contact Amy LoConti at 419-448-2301 (ajy@heidelberg.edu) with any questions.

For more information on the AJY program, please visit our webpage here.

Application Deadlines

Full Academic Year (September to July)
- April 1
Fall Semester (September to December)
- April 1
Spring Semester (March to July)
- November 1
Summer Program (6 weeks, end of May-early July)
- March 1

Program Background

Program Cancellation and Changes
I understand that Heidelberg University reserves the right to cancel the program and to make changes or alterations in the program and/or program itineraries at any time as may be required because of emergency, changed conditions, or the University’s determination that such cancellation, changes or alterations are in the best interest of the program or its participants. I further understand that the University is not responsible for changes or alterations to or cancellation of programs by the host institution. Heidelberg University shall have no liability to any participants, their parents or any other third party for the cancellation of the program or any changes or alterations to the program.

Please consider my application for the:

Full Academic Year

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Summer Program

Start Term

General Background

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Home Address (Please do not put your on campus school address)

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Phone Number

School Email

Alternate Email

Citizenship 1

Citizenship 2

Birthdate

Place of Birth (city, state, country)

Gender

Preferred Pronouns

Other Pronouns

Please check one item below:

I have a U.S. passport

I am applying for a U.S. passport

I am a German citizen, or an EU citizen

I am not a US or EU citizen and will be applying for a visa at a German embassy

If you are an EU citizen, where are you from?

Please provide the city of the German embassy you are working with.

Academic Background

College/University

Current Standing

Cumulative GPA

Major(s)

Minor(s)

Highest level of College German taken

Occupational Goal

Other interests, hobbies, volunteer experiences

Statement of Purpose

The AJY Program at Heidelberg University seeks to promote academic, personal and cultural growth. Your essay is a significant part of your application and a major factor in the selection process. (Your answers should be approximately 250-300 words for each of the 5 sections below.)

What makes you a good candidate for AJY? What can you bring to the program?
Why have you chosen a program providing direct enrollment at a German university and how does it help you accomplish your academic goals?
Which extra-curricular activities (volunteering, music, sports, etc.) would help you integrate into life in Heidelberg? Have you already researched some options online?
Studying abroad can be challenging both academically and personally. How well do you feel equipped to handle life abroad and negotiate cultural differences?
Stellen Sie sich bitte auf Deutsch dem AJY Team kurz vor! (Schreiben Sie so gut Sie können, aber bitte ohne Hilfsmittel!)

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Billing Information

Please consult with your Study Abroad Office before completing the following information. If your school does not have an affiliation agreement with Heidelberg University, please pay your$25 application fee here.

Tuition Billing Contact

Name

Address

Housing Billing Contact

Name

Address

Letters of Recommendation

Please provide the name and email for your Academic Reference, which should be completed by someone who can attest to your qualities, such as an advisor or a faculty member (other than your German reference):

Academic Reference - Name

Academic Reference - Email

Please provide the name and email for your German Language Reference, which ideally should be completed by your most recent German professor:

German Language Reference - Name

German Language Reference - Email

Please provide the name and email of your Study Abroad Advisor.

Study Abroad Advisor - Name

Study Abroad Advisor - Email

Submission of Application

By clicking Submit (below), I affirm that the information presented in my application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any intentional omission or misrepresentation of information on this form could result in denial of admission or dismissal from Heidelberg University.