APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1: fill out the Contemplative Semester application.

  • Applications are open! And accepted on a rolling basis.

  • We have 32 spots in our program, and offer them on a first-come first-served basis; after all spots are filled, accepted students will be offered spots on our waitlist.

  • We value authenticity — no need to pretend to be perfect! We want to know your whole self :).

  • The application form is hosted by the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies, so fear not if you see their logo! You are in the right place.

Step 2: fill out the scholarship application, if applicable.

  • We are committed to making the Contemplative Semester accessible to folks who would not be able to attend without financial support. We offer a limited number of need-based scholarships, with several scholarships reserved for BIPOC with financial need.

  • If you requested scholarship in your initial application, you will receive an email with a link to a short scholarship application form after we receive your application.

  • If you applied for scholarship, your will receive your notification within one-month of your acceptance.

Step 3: schedule & have a video call with us.

  • After submitting the application, you will hear back from us within 2 weeks.

  • If it seems like a fit, you will receive an email to schedule a 45 minute Zoom call with 1-2 Contemplative Semester staff members. This is a chance for us to get to know each other more deeply, inquire about your application, and for you to ask any questions you have about the program.

We aim to notify students of acceptance status to the Contemplative Semester within 2 weeks of your video call.

If you have not heard from us by then, feel free to reach out!

Application Deadlines

  • Early Application Deadline: April 15, 2024 - while we accept applications on a first-come-first-served rolling basis, all applications received by this date will be prioritized.

  • Applications Close: July 1, 2024

Deposit and Tuition Deadlines

  • A non-refundable deposit of 20% of your tuition fee is due 2 weeks after acceptance to confirm your spot.

  • If you apply after July 1, your deposit is 50% of your total tuition fees and is due 1 week after your acceptance.

  • Your full tuition amount is due Aug 1.

Refund Policy

  • Any tuition paid before July 1 is subject to an 80% refund upon early withdrawal.

  • Any tuition paid between July and Aug 1 is subject to a 50% refund.

  • Participants who withdraw after Aug 1, including withdrawal from the program early either by choice or by dismissal, are not eligable for refunds.

  • Any tuition money forfeited will be donated to the CS scholarship fund.