Summer Funding Opportunities Office (SFO) Coach for College (For Varsity Athletes and Collegiate Dancers Only)
Coach for College is a funded, four-week public service volunteer program that allows American university varsity student athletes and collegiate dancers to interact with Vietnamese university students to help teach young children in rural Vietnam a curriculum of academics, sports or dance, and life skills.
Student Eligibility
You're eligible to apply if you:
- Are a Varsity student-athlete or collegiate dancer
- Are a current Harvard College student
- Are in good academic standing when you apply and throughout your summer internship
- Are not on an involuntary leave of absence
- Are compliant with the Harvard College Summer Funding Policy
Application Instructions
- Enroll in direct deposit.
- Fill out the Coach for College Application by Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Award Amount and Out-of-Pocket Expenses
Award Amounts
- In-person: Cost of the program fee (which includes cost of travel)
Out-of-Pocket Expenses
It is the student’s responsibility to cover any costs not covered by the stipend, for example:
- Visas
- Personal expenses
- Immunizations
- Cell phone coverage
Questions?
Contact the Summer Funding Opportunities Office (SFO) team at summerfunding@fas.harvard.edu.