STAIR is a cooperative academic program between Krakow University of Economics (KUE), Krakow, Poland, University of Debrecen (UD), Debrecen, Hungary, and Grand Valley State University (GVSU), Allendale, Michigan, USA.  The primary goal of this program is to facilitate student and faculty mobility between the cooperating universities in the area of International Relations.

Applications for student participation will be collected and reviewed by the home university.  A review committee consisting of the STAIR Academic Board and Administrative Board will evaluate all completed applications and make acceptance decisions.  Applicants should check with their home university for information on the application deadlines for this program.  While the home university will make the initial decision on acceptance, applications will be subject to final approval from the host university.

Decisions on acceptance will be based on applicants meeting the eligibility criteria, the strength of the application, and the student’s academic preparation.  Alternate candidates may be selected in the event that an accepted candidate is unable to participate.

Once students are accepted for participation, the designated administrator at the home university will forward applications materials to the host university for final approval.  Applications will be sent to the host university at least 3 months prior to the start of the semester.