Questions about Ivy Trek

Who is Ivy Trek for?

High-school (prepa) and college students in Mexico who are thinking about studying or working in the United States.

When is it?

11–19 September 2027, over the September 16 long weekend.

Where does it go?

New York (Columbia, the Financial District, the United Nations), New Haven (Yale), Boston, and Cambridge (Harvard and MIT).

How much does it cost?

US$3,000 per student. Questions about paying: write to outreach@mxtrek.com.

Can I apply if I am under 18?

Yes. The application asks for a parent or guardian, and we write to them too.

Do I need a US visa?

Yes, to travel. You can apply without one: the form asks where you are in the process. Appointments in Mexico can take months, so start early.

Who runs Ivy Trek?

The Mexico Trek team. Ivy Trek is a Mexico Trek project: the same people and the same organisation.

How do I apply?

Fill in the application at ivytrek.com/apply. It takes about five minutes, and your answers are saved as you go.