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Description

Start your summer in tropical San Ignacio, Belize, studying alongside other Belizean and international students. Summer students choose several course offerings, from anthropology to environmental science, while bringing fieldwork and excursions to ancient Mayan ruins, lush rainforests and rural communities in the culturally diverse, Caribbean nation of Belize bring what you learn in class to life. From there, travel to Oaxaca, Mexico and explore the fascinating overlap of pre-Hispanic cultures, Spanish colonial history, and modern Mexico in a UNESCO World Heritage site. Coursework includes intensive Spanish and International Studies and is complemented by excursions and experiential learning in a hands-on sustainable development project alongside community members.

Work on hands-on development projects alongside the community. Projects may include educational support, environmental conservation, public health outreach, women's rights, or small-business development. Final projects are selected by site directors based on community need.

Highlights

ProWorld and Jacksonville University's program combines classroom and in the field study of Belize and Mexico's culture and history, immersive Spanish, hands-on community service development projects, cross cultural interaction and homestay living, and exploration of Belize and Mexico.

Guided tours of ruins and traditional festivals compliment the academics and development work.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

Bachelors

Subject Areas

• Animal Science
• Anthropology
• Biology (general)
• Environmental Studies
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

please inquire for details

Cost Include Description:

- Tuition & Materials
- 12 Semester credits
- Housing
- Meals
- Project Funding & Support
- Cultural & Adventure
- Excursions
- Onsite Transportation
- Health & Travel Insurance
- Airport Pickup
- 24-hour Staff Support

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Financial Aid and Scholarships may be used for both direct and indirect costs associated with study abroad. You must apply through your home institution to receive financial aid for ProWorld programs.

Application Process Involves

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7-14 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement

The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects. We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.

Year Founded

1998