Students who are enrolled in the ISP have the option of co-enrolling in the Peace Corps Prep program. Peace Corps Prep is a certificate program for undergraduates with a focus on gaining the intercultural competence and practical skills that make a successful Peace Corps volunteer. The Peace Corps Prep program will prepare students for international development fieldwork and potential Peace Corps service by building competencies through international coursework, hands-on experience, and professional development support.
Students must be enrolled in the International Scholars Program to co-enroll in PC Prep. PC Prep requires the addition of three sector-specific classes and 50 hours of hands-on experience in that sector.
The Peace Corps has six sectors. To participate in the Peace Corps Prep Program, the first step is to choose a sector. You will then take courses and complete hands-on experiences that align with your chosen sector. Explore each sector and their requirements below.
Kyria Louis-Charles earned her Peace Corps Prep Certificate and went on to serve as Peace Corps volunteer in Cameroon after graduation. Read more about her experience here.
Interested in joining Peace Corps after graduation and want more information?
The UF campus-based Peace Corps Recruitment Office is located in the UF International Center. Learn more about the PC office and opportunities for involvement here.
