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Sangha Educational Exchange Studies SEES 2026 -- New England, USA

Sangha Educational Exchange Studies SEES 2026

To embark on a transformative journey with the "Sangha Education Exchange Studies in

New England, USA" from April 25th (Saturday) to May 8th (Friday), 2026.

Immerse yourself in the academic atmosphere auditing classes and lectures and having

dialogues with Buddhist scholars at Harvard, MIT, Boston University, Boston College,

Smith College, Brown, and Yale.

To venture into spiritual realms by living in Cambridge Zen Center and Providence Zen

Center; and visiting the Barre Buddhist Center, Peace House, Wat Nawamintararachutis

Temple, America Wisdom Temple and other sites.

The course covers topics related to studying abroad, establishing non-profit organizations

in the U.S, and religious immigration. It also includes studying the history of Buddhism in

America and methods for propagating the Dharma in the West.

Program Overview and Mission

Program Overview:

Our program is dedicated to nurturing young monastics, providing

them with a transformative journey to expand their international vision.

Through our tour, we aim to guide them in exploring advanced higher

education, with a particular focus on facilitating their application process

to advanced institutions of higher education.

Our program adopts a comprehensive academic approach, fostering

intellectual growth and development. As part of our mission, we strive to

equip the individuals with the skills and knowledge to effectively spread

the Dharma globally.

Mission:

Our mission is to empower and cultivate the next generation of monastics by broadening their horizons and facilitating their engagement with international perspectives. We are committed to guiding them through advanced education opportunities, specifically assisting in their applications to renowned higher educational institutions. By emphasizing a holistic academic approach, we aim to not only enhance their individual growth but also to prepare them for a meaningful contribution to the global propagation of the Dharma.

Student Requirements:

- Proficiency in English

- Age between 18 and 50

- Deep understanding of Buddhism

- Dedication to Buddhist principles and teamwork

- Full commitment to participating in the entire program

- Capability to obtain a US Visa

- Financial capacity to cover the program costs

Admission & Fees

1. Participants are responsible for their own visa application fees, airfare to the designated check-in location in Boston, and travel medical insurance. (Admitted participants may receive a U.S. visa invitation letter jointly issued by Harvard Divinity School and the Woodenfish Foundation.)

2. Program fees:
• USD $2,500 for lay participants
• USD $2,000 for ordained monastics (ordination certificate required)

These fees include tuition, 13 nights of accommodation, group transportation for scheduled activities, and hosted lunches provided during visits to universities or meditation centers.

3. Airfare, visa fees, and transportation to the destination are the participant’s responsibility; transportation for one day of free exploration in Boston; and all meals (except hosted lunches) are self-funded.

2026年木魚計劃”僧伽教育參學營”SEES 美國新英格蘭之旅

~【宗旨】～培養佛教僧團青年全球弘法能力，開拓國際視野，為進修西方高等教育作準備。

～【活動內容】～兩週內
1、參訪美國東部常春藤大學-哈佛大學、麻省理工學院、波士頓大學、史密斯大學、布朗大學、耶魯大學，旁聽佛學課程與演講，與該校佛學教授進行對話，並了解該校佛學科系、課程。
2、參學當地代表性的美傳佛教中心和在美泰國寺廟和華人寺廟
3、居住在美傳佛教寺廟，體會與西方佛教徒修行的經驗
4、課程有關申請留學，成立在美非營利組織與宗教移民；學習美國佛教歷史，與如何在西方弘法。

～【報名資格】～20名額
1. 四眾佛弟子（錄取率僧多俗少）有正念、道心、發願作國際弘法，有團隊合群，不脫隊者
2. 年齡 50歲以下（原則上以培養青年才俊為主，但不排除有影響力的僧眾）
3. 可以用英語溝通者

～【費用】～說明：
1、錄取者可由哈佛大學神學院與木魚基金會發美國簽證邀請函。