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How will my language proficiency be measured prior to the start of the program? Will someone schedule a phone interview with me?
Please direct this inquiry to: Boren@iie.org or BorenIFLI@iie.org
Where can I find syllabus, credit value, or course descriptions for the IFLI Summer Domestic program?
Click the link SEASSI Indonesian Syllabi for summer session syllabus information.
For credit information, please click on the link: Credits
Where can I find syllabus, credit value, or course description for the IFLI Fall Abroad program?
You will receive 12 credits from the UW-Madison for the fall abroad program, 8 will be language credits and 4 will be in a readings course.
For credit/course information, please click on the link: Credits
You can also refer to the American Councils IFLI website link.
http://ifli.americancouncils.org/
What books will I be using during the program?
Summer Domestic Program
First Year Indonesian
- Let’s Speak Indonesian: Ayo Berbahasa Indonesia Volume 1 (Textbook)
- Indonesian Grammar in Context: Asyik Berbahasa Indonesia Volume 1 and 2 (Lesson 1 – 3) (Textbooks)
- Supplementary material for the textbooks: www.indonesiantextbooks.wisc.edu
- Reading lesson: www.ayomembaca.wisc.edu – Level One
Second Year Indonesian
- Let’s Speak Indonesian: Ayo Berbahasa Indonesia Volume 2 (Textbook)
- Indonesian Grammar in Context: Asyik Berbahasa Indonesia Vol. 2 and 3 (Textbooks)
- Supplementary material for the textbooks: www.indonesiantextbooks.wisc.edu
- Listening lessons: www.warungsinema.wisc.edu
- Reading lessons: www.ayomembaca.wisc.edu – Level Three
Third Year Indonesian
- Indonesian Grammar in Context: Asyik Berbahasa Indonesia Vol. 3 (Textbook)
- Supplementary material for the textbooks: www.indonesiantextbooks.wisc.edu
- Listening lessons: www.warungsinema.wisc.edu
- Reading lessons: www.ayomembaca.wisc.edu – Level Three
Fall Abroad Program
Students will be given selected learning and reading materials while in-country.
Is it necessary to purchase the books or could I rent these books from the university library or other sources, if possible?
You will need to purchase the books required for your classes. Language learning textbooks can always be used in the future as reference materials. The textbooks are only available for purchase on Amazon.com or at the University Book Store:
University Book Store
711 State St.
Madison, WI 53703
How many credits will I receive at the end of this Program?
You can refer to the below link.
https://ifli.wisc.edu/credits/
Do the courses in the summer and fall have designations (e.g., course department, course number, and course titles) that can be used in the paperworks for transferring credits?
You can refer to our Credits page and view the Academic Notes there.
When will I receive my first disbursement from Boren?
Please direct this inquiry to: BorenIFLI@iie.org
Where can I see itemized breakdowns of my Summer and Fall Awards?
You can refer to the below link.
https://ifli.wisc.edu/cost/
For additional questions relating to budgeting, please contact the IFLI office: ifli@lpo.wisc.edu
Will I incur any fines if I wait to receive my award before I pay my tuition?
If you have not received your Boren Award, you will not receive late fees or other fines for not paying your tuition in time.
Please inform UW-Madison to let us know there is a delay in the funding disbursement.
Where can I find housing in Madison? Will university housing be available for IFLI students during the summer program?
IFLI students will be offered summer housing in Adams Hall.
You can refer to the below link for additional information.
Will the dorms in Madison have cooking capabilities and general amenities?
Adams Hall is equipped with two shared kitchen facilities which students are able to use. Residents will be able to borrow cooking utensils from the Carson Gulley Center across from Adams Hall, but they may need to purchase their own dishes and silverware.
The Hall is equipped with air conditioning units. Rooms have wireless internet coverage and are wired for Cable TV service; however, they are not equipped with telephone or land line service. Laundry costs $2.50 per load; dryers are free. Laundry facilities are located in Noyes House (lower level) and Faville House of Adams Hall.
You can refer to the below link.
https://www.housing.wisc.edu/residence-halls/adams/
When should I arrive to University of Wisconsin - Madison campus? What day will I be able to move into the dorms?
You should arrive to Madison before the official program start date.
Move-in Date for 2023 summer program: June 18, 2023
When should I leave the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus? What day should I leave the dorms?
Move-out Date for 202 program: August 12, 2023
What, if any, parameters or restrictions are there in terms of having visitors or guests at UW-Madison housing?
You can refer to the Guests and Visitors section in the link below:
http://www.housing.wisc.edu/documents/student_expectations.pdf
Will my pet be able to live with me in the dorms?
All pets other than fish, in a 20 gallon or smaller tank, are prohibited.
Where can I find the necessary information for applying for an Indonesian visa?
While you can find a lot of useful information on the Indonesian embassy consular website, we advise students to wait to receive specific IFLI program visa application guidelines including instructions from American Councils, who will be handling your visa application process.
Please do not apply for the Indonesian visa on your own before you obtain those guidelines. American Councils will be contacting you with that information.
When will I know who I will be staying with in Indonesia?
During your registration with American Councils for the overseas program, you will complete a homestay preference form which American Councils will use to match you with the right family. Once this process is completed, American Councils will send you detailed information about your host family before your arrival in Indonesia.
Should I get vaccinations through my physician for my travel to Indonesia?
Yes, you should get all your vaccinations through your physician or travel clinic. Please be sure to discuss with your doctor about other vaccinations listed on the CDC website for Indonesia.
Boren awardees are expected to follow CDC guidance as well as adhere to local requirements in their host country. Indonesia requires all foreigners entering the country to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
What options do I have if I wish to stay in country for the Spring semester?
Boren encourages fellows and scholars to remain in country for the spring semester. You should identify your spring semester plan in the Boren application. For Boren Scholars, this will generally be a different study abroad program.
For Boren Fellows, this will generally be a university, an academic internship, or a research project (with a university affiliation). Both Boren scholars and fellows must have a plan that will allow them to continue studying the language.
Is a university affiliation mandatory if I wish to stay in country for the spring semester?
Yes, university affiliation is mandatory if you wish to stay in country for the spring semester. Unfortunately at this moment, UW-Madison does not offer a spring program in Indonesia. If you are interested in continuing, you will have to join a different program. A different study abroad program, academic internship, or research project, will require you to seek a different university affiliation and health insurance.
How can I get a transcript for my summer and fall courses?
Is there parking available on campus?
Parking on campus is extremely limited. IFLI does not recommend driving to campus every day.
If this is your only option for transportation, you can try contacting Transportation Services at UW-Madison to arrange for a parking permit.
You can also view accessible parking and transportation resources at UW-Madison.
Where are classes held on campus?
Classes can be assigned in a variety of different buildings, but we attempt to keep them as centralized as possible. The IFLI office is located in the Pyle Center, and all classes are usually within 5-20 minutes walking distance from the office. Typical buildings for classes include: Van Hise Hall, Ingraham Hall, Sewell Social Sciences Building, Van Vleck Hall, Sterling Hall, Chamberlin Hall, DeLuca Biochemistry Building, Microbial Sciences Building, and the School of Social Work Building.
You can use the IFLI office address (L50 Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St.) as your home base for figuring out how far you will have to travel for classes and activities. Find us on the campus map!
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