The Global Communications Institute (GCI)  is a distinctive and intensive two-year program for New York City young people in high school. Students develop interpersonal skills and cultural awareness while learning the fundamentals of effective written and oral communication, money W!SE strategies, workplace and social etiquette, goal-setting, and decision-making to enhance their skills to meet the challenges of an increasingly competitive and international workforce. Selected students participating in the Institute meet role models, visit cultural institutions and participate in applied learning activities. GCI helps young people become self-confident and sophisticated, and helps them understand how cultural differences affect both social and business interactions.

The core of the program is the Summer Institute, a five-day or ten-day foundation program held in July at the private New York Athletic Club.  Students who successfully complete the Summer Institute continue with GCI, participating in a series of events throughout their junior and senior years.  Through GCI, students become part of a supportive community of young people who are committed to understanding themselves and the world around them in order to fulfill their personal goals and responsibilities.
 
Goals
♦ Develop a network of members prepared for the challenges of succeeding in a global
--community
♦ Build effective communication, social and workplace skills
♦ Introduce strategies for managing personal finances
♦ Assist students through the process of researching, writing personal statements, and
--interviewing for scholarships and college admission

Application Requirements
♦ NYC public high school rising sophomores, junior and seniors with no more than 10 absences and a minimum GPA --of 75%
♦ Principal or AP nomination of up to 8 students representing the school’s diversity and
--gender equity

♦ School nominations are due on February 27, 2009
♦ Completed GCI Application from each candidate, including a Personal Statement
♦ Signed Parent Consent and Release Form
♦ Interview with GCI Program staff, Advisory Board member, and GCI alumnus
♦ Attendance at the Parent-Student Orientation on Thursday May 14th, 2009 & May 28th ,2009.

Tuition

Private donors are covering most of the tuition. Daily lunch stipend provided.
For students participating in the one-week program, there is a $225 non-refundable fee. For students participating in the two-week program, there is a $385 non-refundable fee. Fees are payable by parents or the school

Calendar
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009- Application Due (including Teacher Recommendation)

Thursday, May 28th, 2009 - Parent-Student Orientation (Required)

Monday, July 13th -- Friday, July 17th, 2009 – GCI Program I

Monday, July 13th -- Friday, July 24th, 2009 – GCI Program II

Please download the Application Packet (DOC) to apply for, and learn more about, the Global Communications Institute.