Applications are reviewed following the posted application deadline. Applicants are not considered on a first come first serve basis. We put great value into hearing ’why’ participants want to come and how they hope to make use of the experience. Also, many elements may also be considered when selecting applicants and can vary from tour to tour, but we typically aim for a balance of participants (e.g.,  geographic representation, past participation, first-time applicant, teaching situation, grade level, etc.)