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Educational Service Learning Trip (SLT)

$1,250-1,500Program Costs
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2005Year established

Program Overview

No matter your field of study, we invite you to explore our custom educational trips—tailored travel and service learning experiences designed with your organization in mind.

At MEDLIFE, we understand that every group has unique educational goals and interests. While our traditional Service Learning Trips are ideal for many health-focused participants, our mission reaches far beyond medical care. Through deep partnerships with low-income communities across Latin America and Africa, we offer immersive experiences that engage students in areas like education, development, public health, and social justice.

Whether you’re studying international relations, engineering, environmental science, or education, we work with your team to design a meaningful, hands-on program that complements your academic objectives and supports real community-led projects. Our goal is to foster global awareness and long-term impact, empowering both students and communities through mutual learning, cultural exchange, and sustainable service.

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Program Highlights

Engage with local medical professionals and contribute to a meaningful community development initiative.
Educate by connecting real-world experiences to academic concepts through thoughtful discussions.
Strengthen your CV by earning 40 valuable service hours.
Advocate as a global citizen by developing the skills to support social issues both locally and internationally.
Travel to experience the adventure, culture, and wildlife of your destination through optional trip extensions.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Medical / Accident Insurance
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Required Equipment
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Training
Certificate of Completion

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Tamarindo, Costa Rica
  • Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Tena, Ecuador
  • Antigua, Guatemala
  • Cusco, Peru
  • Lima, Peru
  • Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More

Application Procedures

  • Other
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks

Starts At

$1,250-1,500

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