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CIEE High School Summer Abroad: Public Health in Santiago
Make a genuine impact in the Dominican Republic serving in community projects to promote good health and well-being. Investigate the health needs and practices in Santiago de los Caballeros and participate in field-based public health education initiatives alongside medical professionals. Meet with medical staff in a government-run clinic and interview community leaders of a welfare program. Analy...
Make a genuine impact in the Dominican Republic serving in community projects to promote good health and well-being. Investigate the health needs and practices in Santiago de los Caballeros and participate in field-based public health education initiatives alongside medical professionals. Meet with medical staff in a government-run clinic and interview community leaders of a welfare program. Analyze how well local organizations are increasing access to healthcare across socioeconomic levels. Throughout the program, reflect on your service and on what you’ve learned about medical care and policy development in the second-largest Caribbean nation. Transform your ideas into an actionable plan for future service or a career in public health. In this Dominican hilltop city, you will live w...
Program Highlights
Soak in Dominican natural beauty on a hike up a stunning green mountain, a swim in a picture-perfect beach, or a boat tour around tropical mangroves.
Take dream-worthy pictures on the giant swing flying over the sea in Monte Cristi, a spectacular hidden gem of a town on the northern coast.
Stroll the streets of historic Santo Domingo where the first hospital of the Western Hemisphere was built, Hospital San Nicolás de Bari.
Take an overnight trip to Los Haitises National Park, the area with the greatest biodiversity in the Caribbean and home to unspoiled beaches, a lush rainforest, and caverns.
Slice, dice, and savor in a cooking class at your homestay, and then take the recipe home to share a delicious Dominican dish with friends or family.
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Quick Details
- Santiago, Dominican Republic
- 2-4 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- American
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I learned so much about myself, others, and the problems that the world has regarding public health.
June 30, 2025by: Lee LopezProgram: CIEE High School Summer Abroad: Public Health in SantiagoThis experience was enjoyable to the utmost degree. I learned so much about myself, others, and the problems that the world has regarding public health. I genuinely believe that I will take what I have learned in this program and apply it to my life back home. In addition, this program put me on track to becoming a better person.
Program Details
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Locations
- Santiago, Dominican Republic
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Ready to Learn More?
Make a genuine impact in the Dominican Republic serving in community projects to promote good health and well-being. Investigate the health needs and practices in Santiago de los Caballeros and participate in field-based public health education initiatives alongside medical professionals. Meet with medical staff in a government-run clinic and interview community leaders of a welfare program. Analyze how well local organizations are increasing access to healthcare across socioeconomic levels. Throughout the program, reflect on your service and on what you’ve learned about medical care and policy development in the second-largest Caribbean nation. Transform your ideas into an actionable plan for future service or a career in public health. In this Dominican hilltop city, you will live w...
CIEE High School Abroad
CIEE High School Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Make a genuine impact in the Dominican Republic serving in community projects to promote good health and well-being. Investigate the health needs and practices in Santiago de los Caballeros and participate in field-based public health education initiatives alongside medical professionals. Meet with medical staff in a government-run clinic and interview community leaders of a welfare program. Analyze how well local organizations are increasing access to healthcare across socioeconomic levels. Throughout the program, reflect on your service and on what you’ve learned about medical care and policy development in the second-largest Caribbean nation. Transform your ideas into an actionable plan for future service or a career in public health. In this Dominican hilltop city, you will live w...
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