Academic year 2001 - 2002
Fall Semester: Oct. 19, 2001 to Dec. 20, 2001
Spring Semester: Jan. 5, 2002 to March 15, 2002

ROOM & BOARD FEES

Type of Room

Bath

Full Year in Total

Single Semester in Total

Single *

Attached

US $ 1.896,--

US $ 948,--

Double

Attached

US $ 1.516,--

US $ 758,--

Single*

Common

US $ 1.526,--

US $ 763,--

Double

Common

US $ 1.272,--

US $ 636,--

* Single rooms cannot be guaranteed 

  • The fees cover the basic costs of room and board.
  • The balance of the room and board fees are due on arrival.
    The latest, fees must be paid by :
    October 30 for the fall semester and January 15 for the spring semester
  • Fees are shown in US dollars. Actual payment is to be made in Indian rupees. An official exchange certificate is necessary, as this is required by Indian law.
  • When a student has been accepted, a deposit of the equivalent of US $50 is required and is to be paid by international postal money order (NO CHEQUES) to :
    Tina Draszczyk, Auhofstr. 39-8, 1130 Vienna, Austria.
    This deposit reserves a place for the student ; it is nonrefundable.
    US$ 40,- of this deposit is credited towards the total fee. US$ 10,- is the reservation fee and is not credited towards the total fee.
  • Reservation is valid only, if the student specifies the date of arrival by:
    October 10th (for the fall semester) and January 1st (for the spring semester).
    Please send the information to
    Tina Draszczyk: tina.draszczyk@telering.at or Hannah Nydahl: 76241.150@compuserve.com
  • The fees for room & board cover your stay at KIBI, as well as your stay during the semester break, and your stay of one week before the beginning of the fall semester and one week after the end of the spring semester.
  • Students may attend the full academic year or just one semester. If attending just one semester, students of the first year are advised to come in the fall, as it would be difficult to begin half way through the program.
  • In case students wish to stay longer, the visitor fees are applicable.
  • Double rooms: same sex room-mates will be assigned. If you wish to share with friends, please let us know in advance.
Study

 Additional information :

  • A refundable damage deposit of 1000 Rupees is required.
  • Students purchase their own text-books. Three to four books, at about US $10 each are needed.
  • Students can use the library; the refundable deposit is 300,-- Rupees.
  • Overnight guests must register at the office and must pay accomodation fees.
    The fees for visitors (including 3 meals. There is no reduction if meals are not required):
    510,-- Rupees for a single room with attached bath.
    410,-- Rupees for a double room with attached bath.
    400,-- Rupees for a single room with common bath.
    320,-- Rupees for a double room with common bath.
  • Non-resident's meal-fees:
    70,-- Rupees for each lunch & dinner.
    40,-- Rupees for breakfast.

 RULES AND REGULATIONS

  • The Institute reserves the right to deny admission to a student.
  • Consistent class attendance and punctuality are required.
  • Students must complete exams. The certificate for the four year program will be issued to students who have successfully completed all the exams. The students must attend the classes scheduled for their respective year in order to be allowed to take an examination. No provision is made for a student to take an examination for previous years at a time other than the scheduled exam.
  • Students should undergo a medical examination and make arrangements for medical treatment if necessary during their stay in India. The Institute will not be responsible for students' medical expences and liabilites.
  • Students should dress in an appropriate manner inside and outside the classroom (Please bear in mind that monks live here too).
  • Cigarettes, alcohol and drugs are prohibited on the KIBI premises.
  • No pets or animals are permitted.

 

CHECKLIST FOR STUDENTS

  • The following vaccinations are advised before coming to India: Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis, and Influenza.
  • The following medical supplies are recommended: Homeopathic & natural remedies, antibiotics, aspirin, allergy medicines (if necessary), malaria prophylaxis, ointments and creams for infections, bandages, stomach and intestinal medications, colds and influenza medications.
  • Medical insurance for travellers is recommended. The Institute will not be responsible for medical costs incurred while at KIBI.
  • Bring a supply of your own personal toiletries initially. Local stores are easily accessible and have a great variety of articles.
  • Temperatures range from 0o C at night in December and January to 25 degrees in February and March. The days are usually sunny. Students are advised to bring light clothing as well as jackets, sweaters and long underwear. (KIBI provides sheets and one blanket for each student).
  • In addition to casual wear, a set of formal clothing for attending official functions is suggested.
  • You may wish to bring your own study aids such as notebooks, tape recorders etc. Stationery is available here but may not be of the quality that you are used to.
  • There is hot water and electricity. The voltage is 220V, but due to irregularities it may go as high as 280 volts. Therefore, a stabilizer is necessary for computers, etc. These can be bought locally.

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If you have any questions concerning the program please contact:

Tina Draszczyk: tina.draszczyk@telering.at
Hannah Nydahl: 76241.150@compuserve.com

Send Applications to :
Tina Draszczyk, Auhofstr. 39/8,
1130 Vienna, Austria
(The application is required by 31th of August, 2001)


HOW TO GET TO KIBI
Tell the taxi driver, "Qutab Hotel - backside." The ride with the Pre-Paid Taxi from the airport should cost around 180 Rps.

Karmapa International Buddhist Institute
B 19-20 Mehrauli Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016 INDIA
KIBI Office: 0091-11-26850876
General phone: 0091-11-26960767
Manager: 0091-11-26564365
Tina Draszczyk: tina.draszczyk@telering.at
Hannah Nydahl: 76241.150@compuserve.com