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Earth Expeditions (EE) Study Abroad Courses
Earth Expeditions (EE) are Miami University study abroad courses designed for people looking for inspiring professional development opportunities while earning graduate credit. All courses engage with grassroots conservation and sustainability programs making a difference in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. Our planned 2026 EE sites are the Amazon, Australia, Baja, Belize, Borneo, Brazil, Costa Rica, Galápagos, India, Kenya, Mongolia, Namibia, Paraguay, and Thailand. Awarding seven graduate credit hours (5 credits for the Summer Term + 2 credits for the Fall Semester), EE courses are hybrid and combine direct global study experiences with engagement in a web-based online learning community. Summer field courses typically run from mid-May through mid-August, with pre-course work beginning in April. The international field “in-country” portion of each class generally lasts 9-10 days. The 2-credit-hour follow-on fall semester course, “Inquiry & Action,” is entirely online and typically runs from late August to mid-December. This component is optional for students taking an EE course for stand-alone graduate credit outside the master’s program.
Earth Expeditions (EE) are Miami University study abroad courses designed for people looking for inspiring professional development opportunities while earning graduate credit. All courses engage with grassroots conservation and sustainability programs making a difference in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. Our planned 2026 EE sites are the Amazon, Australia, Baja, Belize, Borneo, Brazil, Costa Rica, Galápagos, India, Kenya, Mongolia, Namibia, Paraguay, and Thailand. Awarding seven graduate credit hours (5 credits for the Summer Term + 2 credits for the Fall Semester), EE courses are hybrid and combine direct global study experiences with engagement in a web-based online learning community. Summer field courses typically run from mid-May through mid-August, with pre-course work beginning in April. The international field “in-country” portion of each class generally lasts 9-10 days. The 2-credit-hour follow-on fall semester course, “Inquiry & Action,” is entirely online and typically runs from late August to mid-December. This component is optional for students taking an EE course for stand-alone graduate credit outside the master’s program.
Program Highlights
Travel to important conservation areas to gain first-hand knowledge of local biodiversity and community conservation efforts benefiting humans and wildlife worldwide.
Participate in an ongoing online component, wherein you contribute to change in your home community.
Discuss course content and connect over shared once-in-a-lifetime experiences with instructors and other students during international field experiences.
Form lasting relationships with leading educators, community leaders, and conservationists worldwide through unique field experiences and related online coursework.
Engage in active Earth Expeditions experiences (though not continuously physically strenuous), thus requiring good health and the ability to sustain ongoing physical activity.
Quick Details
- Australia
- Belize
- Brazil
- Costa Rica
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- India
- Kenya
- Borneo, Malaysia
- Namibia
- Thailand
- Baja, United States
- Mongolia
- Paraguay
- Fall
- Summer
- Academic Year
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Australia
- Belize
- Brazil
- Costa Rica
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- India
- Kenya
- Borneo, Malaysia
- Namibia
- Thailand
- Baja, United States
- Mongolia
- Paraguay
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028
- Fall
- Summer
- Academic Year
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Some Accommodation
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Required Equipment
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Earth Expeditions course?
Earth Expeditions are seven graduate credit-hour (5 credit Summer Term courses + 2 credit Fall Semester courses) hybrid courses that combine direct global study experiences in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas with engagement in Dragonfly’s Canvas-based online learning community.
Who is eligible to apply?
Earth Expeditions graduate courses are open to individuals from any discipline or setting. From pre-K-12 teachers, school administrators, and university faculty to leaders and naturalists from non-school settings such as zoos, environmental centers, businesses, youth programs, parks, and museums, all are welcome to apply.
I'm an international student & not a U.S. citizen; am I able to apply?
Currently, Miami is evaluating which countries we can accept international graduate students from for primarily online graduate programs like Project Dragonfly’s programs. If you are an international student, please click Inquire Here and we'll get back to you with more details.
How much do Earth Expeditions courses cost?
2025 Course Costs: $3,600*
Tuition for 5 graduate credits, plus all basic expenses in the field are covered in the course costs including meals (incidental snacks & drinks not included); lodging; activities fees (not including optional activities); field equipment; and transportation during the course.
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