| At a Glance |
Highlights
- Tag nesting sea turtles with local biologists
- Explore Costa Rica’s Caribbean and pacific coasts.
- Excavate sea turtle nests
- Learn field research techniques
- Implement public education campaigns
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Location and accommodations
- Tortugero, Costa Rica: Caribbean Conservation Corporation Field station
- Drake Bay, Costa Rica: Ecolodge on Pacific coast
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Dates and Tuition
- Summer 2010: July 16th to August 9th (25 day)
- $5280 (Includes tuition, room, board, meals, program activities, student support throughout the program. Tuition does not include international airfare, travel insurance and personal expenses)
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Academics
- Students are registered in academic course accredited through Lesley University
- Earn 3 Credits in Natural Science
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Included Activities and Excursions
- Rainforest hiking in Corcovado National Park
- White water rafting
- Zip line and canopy tours
- Blue water boat tours
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Prerequisites
- Minimum 18 years old
- High school Graduate
- High school or college Biology
- Minimum GPA: 2.50
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