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After receiving the acceptance email to the Program and in order to confirm their participation, applicants must:  

1. Pay a total amount of 600 Euros deposit: an administration fee of 100€ (non-refundable) and a deposit of 500€ which will be reimbursed in June 2013.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please send a copy of the wire transfer via e-mail to Iulia Vescan iulia@institutofranklin.net or by fax to: +34 (91) 885 2577.
Proof of the wire transfer should be sent before March 12th, 2012.
Please make sure that the transfer from the United States is made in EUROS, NOT USD, and that the total amount wired includes any commissions to be paid so that we receive the total amount.

2. Applicants must send the following documents before May 30th, 2012:

• Two passport photographs (1.57 x 1.18 inches approx.) The size of the face cannot be any longer than 0.98 inches.
• Original academic transcripts with the Apostille from the Hague Convention.*
• Copy of diploma with the Apostille from the Hague Convention.*
• Criminal History Record issued by the Police Department stating no arrest background in your state and/or country.
• Evidence of financial support (letter of financial backing) which should be certified by a bank. The letter should indicate that the student will have enough money to cover all expenses for the whole academic year (from September to June).

*The Apostille seal of the Hague Convention is an official seal that validates the legitimacy of foreign documents between countries. For more information, please visit http://www.hcch.net under Specialized sections/ Apostille section
Previous notarization is required to have apostille seals stamped.
Required documents with an Apostille should have an independent stamp and seal.