Program

Overview

To help the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women.
To help promote a better understanding of the United States on the part of the people served.
To help promote a better understanding of other peoples among United States citizens.

The specialized curriculum and experience of the Peace Corps Prep Program, while not guaranteeing selection, should make the participants strong candidates for future participation in the Peace Corps or other international service.

Upon graduation, students will be awarded a formal Certificate of Completion from the Peace Corps.

Student Guide

Have you considered the International Development Minor?

The International Development minor is for undergraduate students interested in deepening their knowledge on sustainable development topics such as coastal, marine, and terrestrial systems, economic development, human well-being, public health, education, gender, energy, biodiversity, climate change and resilience, and justice from local to global perspectives. This minor is part of the Marine Affairs department, and thus ocean and coastal issues are important components of the program. However, students from all majors are welcome to participate in the URI minor in International Development or take individual courses. It also aligns with some of the requirements of the Peace Corps Prep Program.

Students interested in pursuing careers in and outside the US in the broad field of international development including governmental and non-governmental organizations, international agencies, or further their studies of international affairs and global problems are especially encouraged to pursue this minor.

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