Program development timeline and requests
Faculty-Led Program development timeline
Have a vision for a faculty-led program? Let’s make it real. Our program development timeline illustrates how our process unfolds from start to finish.
12-18+ months prior: Request
- The institution connects with USAC, determines their desired program, and submits a Request for Proposal (RFP).
9-12+ months prior: Proposal
- USAC develops a proposal for the institution, collaborating on program adjustments until final.
3-9 months prior: Recruitment
- The institution promotes the program, and Program Leader recruit students.
- USAC can support with additional outreach materials.
3 months prior: Confirmation
- The program is confirmed to run and meets minimum enrollment.
- USAC collects participant materials.
1-3 months prior: Preparation
- USAC prepares for the program arrival:
- Program itinerary
- Enrollment in CISI insurance
- Program guides
- Health and Safety webinar
Onsite: Program
- Orientation and ongoing support is provided by the USAC Resident Director and site staff.
- USAC conducts program evaluation.
- USAC determines program renewal eligibility.
Submit a Request for Proposal
Requests for Proposals are appreciated 12-18 months or more prior to program departure and are considered based on space availability and capacity at time of request. USAC’s timeline for completion of the proposal depends on the complexity of the request.
To propose a program/request a program proposal, please complete the online request form below.
GEO Faculty-Led Program Request for Proposal
Angela McNutt
(she/her)
Faculty-Led Supervisor
Emily Schmith
(she/her)
Faculty-Led Coordinator