IUHPFL General Timeline
Below is a general outline of program activities for the upcoming cycle.
| Activity | To Do | Date |
| Program Introduction | - Learn about IUHPFL from teachers, counselors, and alumni
- Attend an IUHPFL information session (in-person or online) or a presentation at your school
- Obtain or renew your passport as processing can take months (passport must be valid 3-6 months after return to U.S.)
- Explore IUHPFL website and follow us on social media
| Fall 2024 |
| Registration and Application | - Register to apply on IUHPFL website
- Look for “IUHPFL Application: Next Steps” email after registering
- Start online application
- Complete your writing sample (with world language teacher)
- Confirm that your transcript, appraisals, and parental assessment have been submitted
- Submit application
| 9.15 to 11.15.2024
Sept-Dec 2024
App. due 12.01.2024 |
| Check Dates | Check program and orientation dates on website to ensure no scheduling conflicts (e.g., family vacations, other trips) | Dec 2024 |
Selection of
Participants
& Interviews | - Attend virtual interview, if required
- Watch for IUHPFL e-mail of decision for either:
- Accepted (with tentative site placement)
- Placed on Waitlist
- Regretfully Declined
- Make doctor’s appointment to be able to complete Statement of Medical History by March 1
| Jan 2025
By 01.20.2025 |
| Fundraising | - Explore fundraising options (such as external scholarships)
- Submit IUHPHL financial assistance (optional)
| Jan-Apr 2025
02.01.2025 |
| Enrollment Materials | - Submit all required Enrollment Materials and documents
| Feb-Mar 2025 |
| Program Fee Payments | - Make required Program Fee payments by monthly installment deadlines until paid in full
- First payment is non-refundable Program Fee Deposit of $500
| Feb-May 2025
02.15.2025 |
| Airfaire Fee Payment | Secure seat on group flight by paying for Airfare | 03.01.2025 |
| Student-Guardian Orientation | Attend mandatory day-long Student-Guardian
Orientation (student, plus one guardian) at the
Indiana Memorial Union, IU Bloomington | 04.27.2025 |
| Host Family Placement | - Watch for IUHPFL email about assigned host family
- Contact host family via email, text, or letter
| May 2025 |
| IUHPFL Experience | Have an AMAZING time during 100% immersion in
France, Austria, or Spain. | Jun-Jul 2025 |
