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The Glacier Bay Semester in Civic & Environmental Leadership
The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for young people aged 18-24 to develop as leaders, community members, and global citizens. Based at our twin campuses, students will explore a mossy old-growth forest, paddle through icy fjords, and climb the rugged alpine summits of Glacier Bay National Park and the Tongass National Forest. The program is built around three central pillars: academic work in the liberal arts and sciences, service labor performed in support of the campus and community, and democratic self-governance. Close-knit community life and wilderness exploration round out the experience. Join us and immerse yourself in the communities and wildlands of Southeast Alaska, home to tidewater glaciers, alpine meadows, humpback whales, and brown bears. All students must be legally permitted to reside in the United States for the entire duration of the program. This means that DACA recipients are eligible for this program. Unfortunately, Tidelines cannot currently sponsor visas for international students.
The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for young people aged 18-24 to develop as leaders, community members, and global citizens. Based at our twin campuses, students will explore a mossy old-growth forest, paddle through icy fjords, and climb the rugged alpine summits of Glacier Bay National Park and the Tongass National Forest. The program is built around three central pillars: academic work in the liberal arts and sciences, service labor performed in support of the campus and community, and democratic self-governance. Close-knit community life and wilderness exploration round out the experience. Join us and immerse yourself in the communities and wildlands of Southeast Alaska, home to tidewater glaciers, alpine meadows, humpback whales, and brown bears. All students must be legally permitted to reside in the United States for the entire duration of the program. This means that DACA recipients are eligible for this program. Unfortunately, Tidelines cannot currently sponsor visas for international students.
Program Highlights
Explore the heart of the Alaskan wilderness – Glacier Bay National Park – by foot and kayak.
Earn up to 15 college credits through Western Colorado University in Environmental Studies, Political Science, Philosophy, Liberal Arts, and more.
Learn the skills of Alaskan homestead life: fishing, farming, food preservation, firewood preparation, construction, and more.
Immerse yourself in the study of field ecology, environmental ethics, creative writing, and Tlingit culture and history.
Experience small-town Alaska's robust community.
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Quick Details
- Alaska, United States
- Fall
- Summer
- Environmental Studies
- Humanities
- Liberal Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Service Learning
- Adventure Travel
- Experiential Learning
- Self-Discovery
- Study Abroad
- Wilderness
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Alaska, United States
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Environmental Studies
- Humanities
- Liberal Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Service Learning
- Types
- Adventure Travel
- Experiential Learning
- Self-Discovery
- Study Abroad
- Wilderness
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Fall
- Summer
- After College
- Post High School
- During College
Age Requirement
18-25
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Some Equipment
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
- Training
- Academic Advising
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Academic Credit
- Emergency Support
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- Laundry
Refund Policy
Other
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Letters of Reference
- Other
Interviews
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Alisa Regassa
Participated in 2024
Alisa is a recent Harvard graduate who took a gap year after college and traveled to Alaska, which changed her life. Now she's applying to law school ...
Alisa Regassa
Participated in 2024
I knew that Alaska was a place I'd wanted to visit—and visit meaningfully. I saw this opportunity, and it seemed like it was the perfect time and place to do it.
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The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for young people aged 18-24 to develop as leaders, community members, and global citizens. Based at our twin campuses, students will explore a mossy old-growth forest, paddle through icy fjords, and climb the rugged alpine summits of Glacier Bay National Park and the Tongass National Forest. The program is built around three central pillars: academic work in the liberal arts and sciences, service labor performed in support of the campus and community, and democratic self-governance. Close-knit community life and wilderness exploration round out the experience. Join us and immerse yourself in the communities and wildlands of Southeast Alaska, home to tidewater glaciers, alpine meadows, humpback whales, and brown bears. All st...
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The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for young people aged 18-24 to develop as leaders, community members, and global citizens. Based at our twin campuses, students will explore a mossy old-growth forest, paddle through icy fjords, and climb the rugged alpine summits of Glacier Bay National Park and the Tongass National Forest. The program is built around three central pillars: academic work in the liberal arts and sciences, service labor performed in support of the campus and community, and democratic self-governance. Close-knit community life and wilderness exploration round out the experience. Join us and immerse yourself in the communities and wildlands of Southeast Alaska, home to tidewater glaciers, alpine meadows, humpback whales, and brown bears. All st...