Study Abroad in the Turks & Caicos

Turks & Caicos is a British overseas territory located in the Atlantic Ocean southeast of the Bahamas and 600 miles from Miami but is still considered part of the Caribbean culture. Home to the third largest barrier reef in the world, the largest above ground caves in the Caribbean, an abundance of natural sea salt accumulation areas, and the site of the annual Humpback whale migration, this tropical paradise consisting of 230 miles of the softest sandy beaches on earth, has quickly become a trendy tourist destination. There are 30 islands in the Turks & Caicos territories with eight being inhabited, so there is plenty or room to explore! 

Providenciales is the most well known of the Turks and Caicos Islands and is the center of the tourism industry with a wide range of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. Grand Turk and Salt Cay offer a glimpse into Caribbean history with great Bermudian architecture and a rustic charm. Some of the best diving and probably the most “relaxing” time you will ever have while studying in Turks and Caicos will happen here. 

Middle Caicos and North Caicos. With lush green woodlands, the biggest cave network in the Caribbean on Middle Caicos, cottage pond and flamingo pond in North Caicos and a vast range of plant life and birdlife, Middle and North Caicos represent the best of this biodiversity hotspot. . 

South Caicos. The center for fishing, with lobster and conch exported from the islands, the historic Cockburn harbor and the natural phenomenon of the boiling hole, South Caicos can’t be beat. This small yet friendly island offers many secluded beaches with awe inspiring views of the turquoise waters and surrounding islands. The School of Field Studies Center for Marine Resource Studies (SFS), is a top destination in the world for students interested in immersing themselves in marine studies, is located there and is located near coral reefs, uninhabited cays, and seagrass beds, making it a snorkel and diving lovers dream spot.