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Locations: Panama City, Panama
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: SIT/World Learning

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English	Click here for a definition of this term Class Status:	2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Housing Options:	Guest House	Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study:	Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies
Program Type:	Field Study, Study Abroad	Minimum GPA:	2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Program:	Direct

Program Description:

SIT Study Abroad Panama: Marine Ecology & Blue Carbon Conservation in the Pacific & Caribbean (Summer)

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Learn to measure blue carbon and marine biodiversity in coral reefs, mangroves, wetlands, and seagrass beds across the Pacific and Caribbean. Explore Panama's diverse ecosystems in settings such as Coiba Island UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Guna Yala Indigenous territory. Study carbon accumulation, marine ecology, and climate change while snorkeling in top diving sites and conducting research with marine biologists. Complete a two-week independent field project using scientific methodologies to gather, analyze, and present data on marine conservation.

This program offers residential housing, no homestays. Please visit the SIT Study Abroad website for details on the program highlights and details of coursework, educational excursions, and housing.

MONEY MATTERS

SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information. Learn more about financial aid.

THIS IS SIT

SIT is a leader in immersive, field-based study abroad programs for undergraduates. We offer programs in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, as well as comparative programs in multiple locations. In addition to our rich history, our programs’ unique qualities – including exceptional locations, independent research, cultural immersion, and deep local networks – make our programs an ideal choice for an extraordinary, transformative study abroad experience.

Visit our website to explore program itineraries and excursions, hear from former students, and learn more about our expert faculty.

Programs : Brochure