FIRE Admission Process

Application Deadlines
Admissions to FIRE programs are on a rolling basis.

Application Requirements

A letter of application must be submitted to the Secretariat with a supporting letter from one of the professors listed in the first section.
Applicants must demonstrate competency in English and in a second foreign language.

Language Competency

English: Proof of competency in English (oral and written) is required for non-native English speakers. Accepted tests include IELTS.
Second Language: An attestation from the Foreign Language Department of the relevant FIRE institution is required for a second foreign language (e.g., French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, or Japanese).
Third Language: Mastery of a third foreign language is encouraged but not required.

Admission Requirements for FIRE HONOR Masters and Ph.D.

Applicants must already be enrolled as regular students at a FIRE institution and in good standing.

Admission to an Ad Hoc Program

Ad Hoc program applications can be submitted at any time with the support of a supervisor from a FIRE institution or member.
Applications must include a detailed outline of the coursework and research training to be undertaken.