Costa Rica: Summer Field Study
ENV 353F: Costa Rica - National Parks and Protected Areas
Costa Rica is a world leader in both biological diversity protection and sustainable development. Its world class National Parks and other protected areas encompass over 25% of this biodiversity hotspot. Through this field study we'll view firsthand the differing habitats and management strategies associated with the wide variety of protected areas in Costa Rica. The areas visited will include national parks, national wildlife refuges, large and small private preserves, and biological corridors. Each has a distinct role to play in protecting the incredible biological diversity for which Costa Rica is famous. Itinerary Highlights: Carara National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve, Curi Cancha Reserve, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Selva Biological Station, Poas Volcano National Park, and monkeys sloths, anteaters, crocodiles, and over 900 species of birds.
Program Details
- Program Leader: Barry Allen
- Program Location: Costa Rica
- Tentative Travel Dates: Summer 2027
- Credit: 2 – Letter Grade
- Prerequisite: ENV 353 (Spring 2027)
- Course Requirements: 15-page field report
- Anticipated Number of Students: 12
- Estimated Undergraduate Program Fee: $2,950
- Program Fee Includes: Round-trip airfare from Orlando International Airport (MCO), tuition, housing, all meals, on-site activities, on-site transportation, program administration and emergency insurance.
- Estimated Additional Costs: Passport $165, personal expenses $125, gratuities $25, federal loan fees $0, books/course materials $0, and professional licensure/certification $0.
- Visa: Not required for US citizens
- Special Notifications: Consumption of alcohol is not permitted on this field study. This program includes travel to some locations with more limited medical services. Students should be prepared for substantial walking on uneven ground, and some more strenuous hiking. There will also be on-site travel that could induce motion sickness and areas with high altitude and heights. There will also be limited food options for students with restricted diets and allergies and limited food options in general. Some areas will not have air conditioning. Please contact IP for more information.
- Please Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change depending on the final number of students, final costs and other considerations.
- Please Note: Estimated costs for all programs are based on anticipated numbers of students, current exchange rates, and commercial airfares. Costs are subject to change. Final prices will always be communicated to accepted students before they commit to the program.
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