Economics Study Abroad Programs in Panama

Join our SSA Summer Study Abroad program in Panama, an ideal combination of academic learning and cultural exploration set in the vibrant heart of Central America. Designed specifically for US students, this program offers a selection of English-taught courses that blend seamlessly with immersive experiences in and around Panama City. Highlights: -Academic Enrichment: Engage in a variety of courses that delve into Panama’s unique cultural and ecological landscape. Tailored to enhance your educational journey, these classes bring global perspectives into the classroom. -Urban and Natural Exploration: Discover Panama City, a bustling metropolis where modern skyscrapers stand alongside historic buildings. Venture beyond the city to experience Panama’s stunning biodiversity and distinct ecosystems firsthand. -Cultural Immersion: Dive into the heart of Panamanian culture through interactive experiences, community engagement, and local excursions. Embrace the opportunity to learn about Panama’s rich heritage and contemporary life.

Discover Bocas del Toro, Panama—an archipelago full of stunning biodiversity, from underwater reef ecosystems to rich green rainforests. The mix of cultures in Bocas is as eclectic as its diverse environments. Go behind the scenes in this “paradise” as you study the impacts of tourism and development on the island system’s ecosystems and human communities. Finish the semester by designing and conducting an in-depth field research project to examine sustainability issues through the lenses of policy, socioeconomics, and ecology. SFS students live and study at the Center for Tropical Island Biodiversity Studies, once a beachfront hotel that sits among the slender palms and warm sands of Isla Colón lies the Center. You’ll take your classes over the waves of the Caribbean and among the surrounding rainforests and reefs. The laid-back tourist hub of Bocas Town is a short taxi ride away, with access to shops, restaurants, and a vibrant culture as unique as the mix of people living here.