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Highlights
- Hands on studies of Amazonian and Galapagos flora and fauna
- Work alongside research station managers and staff
- Conduct research and learn survey techniques
- Learn about and practice sustainable tourism and preservation techniques.
- Visit two distinct and ecologically diverse areas to compare and contrast their approaches to research and conservation.
- Trek through the Andes mountains at 14,000 feet
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Location and accommodations
- Quito and surrounding areas: Two day trek through the Andes.
- Tiputini Biodiversity Station: Research facilities in the Amazon rainforest
- Galapagos Academic Institute for the Arts and Sciences: Stay with local Galapagos Islanders, attend classes, and conduct research.
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Dates and Tuition
- Summer 2010: June 12th to July 6th (25 day)
- $5480 (Includes tuition, room, board, 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 an academic course accredited through Lesley University
- 3 Credits in Ecology
- Independent Research Project on tropical ecology and biodiversity in Ecuador
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Included Activities and Excursions
- Trekking in the Andes – Geology lessons and leadership training
- Exploration and research in the Amazonian Rainforest and on the island of San Cristobal, Galapagos
- 4 day excursion through the Galapagos Islands
- Community service
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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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