Description

Our programs emphasize cultural exchange and foreign language immersion, complimented by field-based and hands-on experiences in the unique natural and social environment of the Galapagos Islands. You will see and understand the nature and character of these islands not as a visitor but as a resident. Our curriculum concentrates on the specific uniqueness of Isabela and the Galapagos Islands. In order to provide an effective Professor-Student ratio and in order to not culturally overload the community there is a cap of 15 students for each class.

Topics for the Summer Program:

Ecuador & Galapagos: Managing Mega-diversity; 3-6 credits (500 level), June 1 - June 15

Environment, Culture and the Music of Darwin - research, writing and environmental acoustics; 6 credits (300 - 500 level); June 17 - July 1

Interdisciplinary Global Health and Development; 3-6 credits (500 level), July 2012 (exact date tbd)

Though these are high level classes lower classmen students are encouraged to apply and will be allowed with permission of instructor.

Highlights

This is an extraordinary eco-cultural experience un-matched by other study abroad programs.

Courses are accredited through an academic affiliation with the University of Miami. Non-Miami students are also welcome to apply. Intersession courses are 2 weeks long and worth transferable 3 credits.

All our programs are small, competitive, highest academic standard and very personal. Furthermore, all our programs rely on a total cultural immersion concept offering Spanish learning and civic engagement opportunities.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

The program fee is comparable to US living costs and covers housing in Galapagos, all meals, national flights within Ecuador (round-trip airfare between Quito and Galapagos), hotels, airport/ferry transfers and excursions - in short everything but international airfare to Ecuador

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Tuition is at standard UM rates and all US financial aid and scholarships apply if applicable.

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Isabela Oceanographic Institute's Mission Statement

Is to provide an academic platform for study abroad and to help sustainable development and conservation in the Isabela community through participatory and educational approaches.

Year Founded

2006