When and where are future courses being held?

In 2011, the IDHA was held in January in Geneva, June in New York, and will be held in November in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Future IDHAs will be held in Geneva, Switzerland from February 5 - March 2,2012 and in New York City from June 3 - June 29, 2012. For specific dates and locations, please refer to our Course Calendar.

What is the length of the program?

The IDHA runs for four full weeks.

What is the total cost for this program?

The fee for the course is 5200 USD. This cost includes the tuition payment, course materials, lodging, and all weekday meals. Transportation to and from the course location is not included.

What language(s) is this course offered in?

The IDHA is only taught in English.

Who is eligible to apply?

This is a multi-disciplinary training program for students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. All participants are required to have a university degree and to be at least 25 years old. Preference will be given to students with humanitarian field experience, emergency or development. All courses are conducted in English.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in applying, please fill out an application.

What is the final date to apply for an IDHA course?

Applications are taken on a rolling basis. Once the course has been filled, a waiting list will be implemented.

Is my place in the course reserved once I am accepted?

No, a place is only reserved for you once we have received a deposit of $1000, which must be received within 14 days of your acceptance.

Can I defer my acceptance?

Deferment is acceptable until 30 days before the program’s start date. After that, you may not be able to acquire a refund. Please see our confirmation, cancellation and refund policy for further information.

When must I pay the full tuition?

Full tuition must be received 30 days before the program’s start date.

What is the cancellation policy?

Please view our complete confirmation, cancellation and refund policy.

CAN I PROVIDE MY OWN ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS?

No. We consider living and dining with the other IDHA participants to be an integral part of the learning experience.

Are scholarships available?

Yes, the CIHC offers a limited number of scholarships. To be considered for a scholarship, you must indicate so on your application, and specify the exact amount of funding that you are applying for.

All scholarships for IDHA 36 in Geneva, Switzerland have been awarded. 

Am I eligible for a scholarship?

The CIHC offers a small number of partial scholarships (no more than fifty percent) to selected students. To be eligible, you must be a citizen of a developing nation and be currently working within the humanitarian field. Scholarships do not cover the cost of transportation. Scholarships cannot be deferred or transferred to other courses.

Are there other scholarships available?

If you are an Italian citizen currently working within the humanitarian field, you may be eligible for a scholarship from the Fondazione Marco Besso. This foundation generally grants 6 to 7 scholarships a year. These scholarships are decided upon once a year. If you would like to be considered for a scholarship, you must apply by September for the forthcoming year (i.e. scholarships for 2011 courses were decided upon at the end of 2010). To apply, please submit an application and please contact us to specify that you are seeking a scholarship from the Fondazione Marco Besso.

The scholarships for all 2012 courses have been allocated.

Can I receive academic credit upon completion of this course?

Yes, Fordham University grants 8 academic credits for successful completion of the IDHA. 

This course is offered on a Pass/Fail basis only.  No letter grades will be given.

If accepted, do I need a visa?

Depending on your citizenship, you may need a visa. After we receive your deposit, our staff will send you an invitation letter to the program, which can be used to apply for a visa. Although we may be able to provide assistance in obtaining you a visa, it is the participant’s responsibility to obtain his/her visa.