Tropical Conservation Semester
Program Overview
The Tropical Conservation Semester offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Ecuador, where you will immerse yourself in Latin American culture and language, and explore some of the most pristine and wildlife-packed sites on the planet. You will experience the immense biodiversity of Ecuador from the Amazon Rainforest, to the Andes Mountains, to the Galápagos Islands. Ceiba has partnered with the U...
The Tropical Conservation Semester offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Ecuador, where you will immerse yourself in Latin American culture and language, and explore some of the most pristine and wildlife-packed sites on the planet. You will experience the immense biodiversity of Ecuador from the Amazon Rainforest, to the Andes Mountains, to the Galápagos Islands. Ceiba has partnered with the University of Wisconsin to offer an unparalleled semester in applied tropical ecology, conservation, and rural community development. We join real-world conservation projects, and encourage you to blend the academic and applied realms, bridging the gap between classroom science and practical conservation. This one-of-a-kind semester is ideal for undergraduate students in biological and social field...
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- Spring
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Culture
- Earth Sciences
- Ecology
- American
- multi
Updated Jun 26, 2026
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Locations
- Cayambe, Ecuador
- El Coca, Ecuador
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Culture
- Earth Sciences
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- multi
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Transcript
Age Requirement
18+
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