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CIEE Summer Tropical Ecology and Conservation in Monteverde, Costa Rica (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Monteverde, Costa Rica
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore
Housing Options: Apartment (shared) Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Agriculture, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Math/Statistics, Mathematics & Statistics, Sustainability, Tourism, Writing, Zoology
Program Type: field study, study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Summer Tropical Ecology + Conservation

MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA

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Program Overview

Your Summer Tropical Ecology + Conservation program in Monteverde lasts 8 weeks. You will enroll in four CIEE courses, including two biology courses, independent research, and one Spanish language course.  Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Costa Rican culture. Live and learn in Monteverde!

Unique Experiences

Explore beyond Monteverde

when you visit Costa Rica’s other fascinating natural habitats

Put new skills into practice

as you complete an independent research project that gives you an in-depth look at local flora or fauna

Visit the Cloud Forest

where mosses and orchids dripping with mist decorate the boughs of gnarly trees

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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Monteverde will open doors for you to explore Costa Rica's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Immerse yourself in the steamy jungle of the Lowland Rainforest
  • Visit natural destinations, such as national parks or reserves, to experience Costa Rica’s biodiversity and natural beauty
  • Rise with the sun for birding tours or farm chores and experiencing biodiversity after the sun goes down with a guided night hike

Research

Put your skills to work on an independent research project in tropic ecology or conservation, from observation to a presentation of your findings. At every step, you'll be guided by an expert faculty advisor. Past projects have explored beetle habitats, hummingbird habits, and the prey of cane toads.
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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Meals
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • A two-day orientation in San José to introduce students to Spanish culture, the academic program, and surroundings, plus practical information about living in Costa Rica
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host country
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Overnight excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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