GHANA

*NYU in Ghana, Accra 

www.nyu.edu/studyabroad/ghana/

Terms offered: fall or spring.  Language of instruction: English.  Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA. Housing: NYU apartments. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program Dates: mid-August through mid-December (fall); early January through late May (spring). Recommended majors: History, International Studies, Political Science, English, Social Sciences.

As the first African nation to free itself from colonial rule, Ghana has long been considered the gateway to West Africa. Located in Accra, Ghana’s vibrant capital city and among the most vibrant cities on the continent, NYU in Ghana takes advantage of programs and facilities at two higher educational institutions in West Africa: The University of Ghana, Legon and Ashesi University. Students able take courses within NYU's own academic and research facility in Accra. Through academic courses and extracurricular activities, students experience the country’s rich history. All students study introductory Twi, a local language, as part of the program. Students are encouraged to integrate into the local community, explore their interests, and immerse themselves as deeply as possible into the local culture.

School for International Training, History and Cultures of the African Diaspora, Cape Coast

www.sit.edu

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English.  Eligibility requirements: 2.7 GPA. Housing: homestays, hostels. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program Dates: early September through mid-December (fall); late January through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: History, International Studies, Political Science, Anthropology.

Students study Ghanaian culture, politics, economics, and society and receive a thorough introduction to Pan-Africanism and the global African Diaspora.  The program offers an in-depth look at forced and voluntary migration -- specifically the trans-Atlantic slave trade -- from an interdisciplinary perspective. Through coursework, field study, and independent projects, students explore the impact of this sustained event on peoples of African descent both on the continent and in the diaspora, as well as the broader global implications. Students participate in daily life through two homestays, one in the town of Cape Coast and the other in a rural village gaining a firsthand understanding of the people and culture of Ghana. A Fante language course is included. Students on the program travel within Ghana and to Benin as part of the program.

KENYA

School for Field Studies: Wildlife Ecology and Management Studies, SFS field stations south of Nairobi

www.fieldstudies.org

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English.  Eligibility requirements: 2.7 GPA. Housing: camps with bathrooms and showers. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid-December (fall); early February through mid-May (spring) Recommended majors: Environmental Science, Biology, Public Policy Studies. Important note: this

program currently requires a waiver; please see the Office of International Programs for details.

Urban, industrial, and agricultural expansion and Kenya’s soaring population increasingly threaten Kenya’s wildlife population. Students explore innovative and ecologically appropriate ways in which Kenya’s wildlife can be both conserved and utilized as important resources for food production and tourism. Students aim to identify appropriate land-use practices that enable residents to maximize production without harm to the environment. They have the opportunity to visit local communities, perform community service in local schools, and take informal lessons in Swahili and Maa.

MALI

School for International Training, Gender and Development, Bamako

www.sit.edu

Terms offered: fall or spring.  Language of instruction: English and French. Eligibility requirements: three semesters college-level French; 2.7 GPA. Housing: homestays, hostels, small hotels. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid-December (fall); early February through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Women, Gender, & Sexuality, International Studies, Political Science, Sociology, French.

Students examine development initiatives through the interplay of gender dynamics and health in Mali, a modern democratic nation striving to address issues of development. A strategic desert crossroads linking the Arab world and sub-Saharan Africa, Mali enjoys a complex and diverse heritage that includes many distinct ethnic groups. Students will learn about the link between women’s roles, family health, and improvement in development indicators. By showcasing the interconnectedness of these issues, the program provides students with an appreciation of the complexities involved in approaching health as an international development issue. Students enroll in an intensive French course and an introductory language course in Bambara is also included. The program features a rural homestay, allowing students to develop their language skills while immersing into the local culture. Students participate in excursions and field study visits.

SENEGAL

Mt. Holyoke in Dakar

www.mtholyoke.edu/acad/programs/global/

Terms offered: spring or full year. Language of instruction: French. Eligibility requirements: 2.7 GPA with a 3.0 GPA in French; four or five semesters of college-level French. Housing: student house or apartments. Application deadline: February 15. Program Dates: Contact provider; Recommended majors: French, International Studies, History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Philosophy.

The program is based in Dakar, a large, cosmopolitan city located with a wealth of cultural opportunities on the coast of Senegal that is a hub between Europe, the U.S., and the rest of the African continent. Students study intensive French language and take special topics courses in French related to area studies. Students also study the Wolof language and take at least one course from the Université Cheikh Anta Diop in African studies, literature, politics, history, philosophy, economics, or sociology. Opportunities to integrate into the local culture are emphasized and students are matched with local families whom they meet on a regular basis. Students participate in excursions and can arrange to do volunteer work or teach English in the local community.

SOUTH AFRICA

* Trinity-in-Cape Town Global Learning Site, Cape Town

www.trincoll.edu/Academics/StudyAway/OIP.htm and www.uct.ac.za                                                                                                 Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA. Housing: student apartments. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program Dates: early July through early December (U.S. Fall); early February through late June (U.S. spring); Recommended majors: International Studies, Political Science, History, Environmental Science, Women, Gender & Sexuality, Sciences, Theater and Dance; Engineering.

This program is set in Cape Town, a beautiful port city tucked beneath the Table Mountain. South Africa’s unique history, varied cultural traditions, and diverse population make it a rich environment for study abroad. Trinity-in-Cape Town allows students to experience a society engaged in extensive political and social change following a period of racial, cultural, and political repression. Students take a program course on contemporary South African history, politics, and culture that includes excursions to places of interest in and around Cape Town. Students also do an internship for credit in a local community organization or business or participate in a community service project in the nearby townships. Students take their remaining courses at the University of Cape Town, one of the most prestigious universities on the continent. UCT offers a full curriculum, excellent facilities, and many university clubs and activities.

ARGENTINA

Butler University, COPA, Argentine Universities Program, Buenos Aires

www.ifsa-butler.org

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: Spanish. Eligibility requirements: two years college-level Spanish. 3.0 GPA. Housing: homestays. Application Deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: July through December (U.S. fall); February through December (U.S. spring). Recommended majors: Hispanic Studies, International Studies, Political Science, Economics, Music, Sociology, History.

The program is based in Buenos Aires, a large, sophisticated city that is home to almost 40% of the Argentine population. The city has strong European roots and its palatial mansions and wide boulevards have led to its nickname, “the Paris of the Americas.” Students enroll in a class together in Argentine culture, and study intensive Spanish. They take their remaining classes at the Universidad de Buenos Aires, Di Tella University, the Universidad del Salvador, and/or the Universidad Católica de Argentina, fully integrated with Argentine students. The course selection includes public policy and field experience, history, philosophy and letters, social sciences. Students also have the opportunity to do a research project/internship. The program includes tutoring and excursions in and around the city and throughout the region. Students have access to the COPA center in central Buenos Aires.

BERMUDA

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS), St. George’s

http://www.bbsr.edu/Education/education.html

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: freshman-level Biology coursework or the equivalent; 2.7 GPA. Housing: on-site dormitories. Application Deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid-December (fall); mid-January  through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Biology, Environmental Studies; Sciences.

This program is a semester-long immersion into the study of marine science with a program of class work and research that is unique in marine education. In addition to academic pursuits, this program exposes students to a unique research environment in a residential community of researchers. Students not only study and work with active scientists, but eat meals, play sports and socialize with faculty, graduate students and technicians who reside on the campus. The semester is split into two sections, with the first 10 weeks devoted to in-depth study and intensive coursework. The last four weeks will be entirely committed to a research project of the student's choice. In addition, students have the option of a Research Diving course leading to advanced certification. Space is limited to 18 students; interested students are advised to apply early. 

BRITISH WEST INDIES

School for Field Studies, Marine Resource Management Studies, Turks and Caicos Islands

www.fieldstudies.org

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: prerequisite studies in environmental studies or ecology; 2.7 GPA; Housing: SFS field station on South Caicos. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid- December (fall); early February through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Public Policy Studies.

The British-governed Turks and Caicos Islands lie at the southeastern end of the Bahamian archipelago and consist of eight main islands. The surrounding waters are home to approximately 50 species of coral and over 350 large fish species. With so many local residents depending on marine resources for their livelihood, and the likelihood of increased tourism in the area, there is an urgent need to find viable options for environmental management and conservation. Students work with local residents to study and help sustain the economic, societal, and ecological stability of the South Caicos habitats and its island community. Interested students have the opportunity to volunteer to work with local school children. The program emphasizes field-based research.

CHILE

* Trinity-in-Chile Global Learning Site, Universidad de Chile, Santiago

www.trincoll.edu/Academics/StudyAway/OIP.htm

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: Spanish. Eligibility requirements: two and one half years college-level Spanish and one human rights course; 2.7 GPA. Housing: homestays. Application deadlines: see note below. Program dates: late July through early December (fall); March through mid-July (spring); Recommended majors: International Studies, Political Science, History, Women, Gender, & Sexuality, Anthropology, Fine Arts, Human Rights, Hispanic Studies; Biology; Sociology; Music.

This program is set in Santiago, Chile, a major Latin American city with a population of approximately 5 million. Like many of its Latin American neighbors, Chile has had significant past political upheaval. Marked by Augusto Pinochet’s 17 year dictatorship, Chile is making great strides in addressing the past and reestablishing its democratic tradition. Students in the program explore many issues of human rights as they play out in a society that has suffered many human rights violations. The program offers a choice of the following thematic tracks: human rights; gender; ethnicity; arts and culture; and government and politics. Students study at the Universidad de Chile, one of the top universities in the country. Participants also take a core course on Chilean culture and society, and do an internship in a local institution or organization.

COSTA RICA

Duke University: Organization for Tropical Studies, Las Cruces and San Jose

www.ots.ac.cr

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English, Spanish. Eligibility requirements: one year of college-level Spanish and one year college-level Biology required; 2.7 GPA. Students can fulfill the Spanish language requirement by participating in an intensive Spanish course prior to the start of the program. Housing: homestay, field stations. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: late August through mid-December (fall); late January through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Biology, Environmental Studies, Sciences.

The Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS), in partnership with Duke University, offers a semester study abroad summer programs for undergraduate students interested in field biology. The program provide students with an in-depth understanding of scientific ecology, complemented by a strong foundation in social, political, economic, and scientific aspects of resource management. The program, designed for biology majors, but open to students from all disciplines, represents a unique opportunity to learn about the inner workings of field ecology under the direct guidance of experienced ecologists. The program utilizes three OTS field stations as well as other Costa Rican sites, allowing direct study of a wide range of tropical ecosystems and habitats. The program is academically rigorous and field-based. Students have ample opportunity to enjoy a hands-on, participatory learning process, as well as to expand their academic and personal horizons in the context of a supportive learning environment. Graduates of an OTS undergraduate program will be well prepared for advanced studies in tropical biology and resource management.

School for Field Studies, Sustainable Development Studies, La Presa

www.fieldstudies.org

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English, Spanish language course. Eligibility requirements: one semester college-level Spanish; prerequisite studies in ecology or environmental studies; 2.7 GPA. Housing: SFS field station in La Presa. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid- December (fall); early February through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Environmental Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Public Policy Studies, Economics, Social Sciences.

This program is set in the Central American country of Costa Rica, internationally recognized for its efforts to ensure biodiversity and protect natural resources. Its natural environment features cloud forests and rainforest. The program offers students the opportunity to work with local residents to study and develop sustainable management models that protect the biodiversity of these ecosystems. Students examine the effects of globalization on classic sustainability issues such as agro-ecology, national park protection, economic development, urban sprawl, population growth, trash management, air quality, etc. Student research focuses on evaluating the success of Costa Rica's management systems as well as developing alternative strategies. Visits to cloud forests, dry forests, volcanic parks, lowland rainforests, and plantations are part of the program, which also includes a field expedition to Nicaragua. Students study Spanish language and Costa Rican culture, participate in a short homestay, and have the opportunity to volunteer in local schools and orphanages.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

CIEE (Council of International Educational Exchange): Facultad Latinoamericana de Ciencias Sociales, Santo Domingo

www.ciee.org

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: Spanish. Eligibility requirements: five semesters college-level Spanish; 2.75 GPA with a 3.0 GPA in Spanish. Housing: homestays. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: mid-August through mid-December (fall); early January through late April (spring). Recommended majors: International Studies, Hispanic Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Religion, History, Political Science; Educational Studies.

The program is based in the capital city of Santo Domingo, a city of two million people considered to be the country’s main economic and political center. Students with advanced Spanish choose from regular university course offerings at two local institutions (INTEC and El Bonó). Subjects of study include Caribbean and Latin American Studies, History, Literature, Anthropology, Religion, Sociology, Spanish, and Political Science. Special program courses are also offered by the Facultad Latinoamericana de Ciencias Sociales (FLASCO) in Caribbean Studies. Students participate in an optional community service course with a practicum in the areas of public health/medicine, education, or neighborhood assistance, and optional ESL teacher training course with a hands-on teaching practicum.

ECUADOR

Comparative Ecology and Conservation Track, School for International Training, Quito

www.sit.edu

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: Spanish, English. Eligibility requirements: four semesters of college-level Spanish; prerequisite study in environmental science, ecology, or biology; 2.7 GPA. Housing: Homestays, hostels, small hotels, field campus. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid-December (fall); early February through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Biology, Environmental Science, Public Policy Studies.

Home to more than 1,500 species of birds and 10 percent of the world’s known vascular plant species, Ecuador offers many opportunities to explore the natural history of tropical ecosystems and explore the complexities of human adaptation to different environments. Students interact with community members who are dealing with conservation issues within a context of heightened political, economic, and social pressures. The program is based in the historic city of Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is located at the foot of the Pichincha Volcano. Students study Ecuador’s diverse ecosystems, including the Amazonian rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and the Galapagos Islands. Visits to these locations are included in the program.

MEXICO

School for Field Studies, Marine Mammal Conservation and Coastal Ecosystem Studies, Baja

www.fieldstudies.org

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: prerequisite study in ecology or biology; 2.7 GPA. Housing: SFS field station in Bahía Magdalena. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early September through mid- December (fall); early February through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: Environmental Science, Biology, Public Policy Studies; Social Sciences.

The program is based in Bahía Magdalena, a unique area that is among the largest intact coastal wetland/lagoon systems along the Pacific coast. Students take courses on resource management, sustainable development, and coastal ecology. The Fall semester focuses on an exploration of conservation strategies to protect several marine turtle populations. The Spring semester focuses on applied ecology of marine mammals, specifically the gray whale population. Both programs engage local residents in projects involving habitat conservation. Students receive informal Spanish lessons throughout the program that help them interact with the local community. This program emphasizes field-based research.

TRINIDAD and TOBAGO

* Trinity-in-Trinidad Global Learning Site, University of the West Indies, St. Augustine

/Academics/StudyAway/OIP.htm

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year.  Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 2.5 GPA. Housing: Trinity apartment. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: late August through third week of December (fall); early January through mid-May (spring). Recommended majors: International Studies, Music, Women, Gender & Sexuality, Theater and Dance, Religion, Engineering, Anthropology, Photography; Political Science, Psychology, Film Studies.

Students engage in in-depth study of the literature, sociology, history, anthropology, art, music, and economics of Trinidad and Tobago communities. The program is based in St. Augustine in Trinidad, but includes an excursion to the Tobago Islands. Students enroll in the program’s core course in Caribbean Studies and an optional, but recommended Trinity course in festival arts, as well as up to three electives. Students can choose from courses at the University of the West Indies or from other Trinity-taught program courses. The program offers the following study tracts: Caribbean civilization; theater and performance; community arts and media; music; Hinduism; gender and Islamic Studies; and ecology and the environment. An internship component allows students to delve deeper into the local community. The program is tailor-made to each student’s interest and students receive a great deal of individual attention, as well as opportunities to engage in the local community. Field trips and activities are included, and students take an active role in the many festivals (including the famous Carnival in the spring and Ramleela in fall) that are an inherent part of life and culture in Trinidad and Tobago.

CHINA

Associated Colleges in China, Hamilton College Program: Beijing

www.hamilton.edu/academics/acc

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: Chinese and English. Eligibility requirements: one year of Chinese language; 3.0 GPA (3.5 recommended). Housing: international student dorms. Application deadlines: Please see note below. Program dates: early September through early December (fall); mid-January through early May (spring). Recommended majors: Chinese, International Studies, Social Sciences.

The ACC program, administered by Hamilton College, offers students intensive study in Chinese language, culture, history, and society. The program is based at Beijing’s Capital University of Economics and Business (CUEB) in a bustling area of Beijing. One of the world’s oldest cities, Beijing is a place where the ultra-modern and historical exist side by side. Its rich history and complexity make it an interesting study site. The CUEB is a comprehensive university that enjoys modern conveniences and is near many points of cultural interest. The university has about 4,700 full-time students, including students from more than twenty foreign countries.  The university is well equipped with modern educational facilities, including a university library that has a collection of one million books. Students on the program are matched with host families, with whom they may visit on weekends. Chinese language tables, local excursions, cultural activities, field trips, and guest lectures are also included.

NYU in Shanghai

http://www.nyu.edu/studyabroad/shanghai/

Terms offered: fall or spring.  Language of instruction: English, Chinese.  Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA. Housing: NYU apartments. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program Dates: late-August through third week of December (fall); mid-February through mid-June (spring). Recommended majors: Chinese, Economics, History, International Studies, English.

NYU in Shanghai offers a rigorous academic program that includes intensive language study for students of all levels of language proficiency, from beginner to advanced and even native speakers. A variety of liberal arts courses are offered that emphasize China’s place within these contexts. Students from NYU’s partner university, East China Normal University, participate in NYU courses together with students on the program These Chinese students have advanced levels of English proficiency and contribute their opinions and views through in-class discussion which helps NYU in Shanghai students to a more in-depth discovery of Chinese culture. Experienced academics and scholars, curators and filmmakers, and accomplished leaders of the business world instruct each content course in English, drawing on their own specializations and experience in Asia. All students are required to enroll in a Chinese language course at the appropriate level and to take a program core course on Contemporary China.

* Trinity College/Chinese University of Hong Kong (Trinity College Exchange Program), Hong Kong (program temporarily suspended)

http://www.cuhk.hk/

* Trinity College/Lingnan University (Trinity College Exchange Program), Hong Kong (program temporarily suspended)

www.ln.edu.hk

* Trinity Shanghai Semester, Shanghai

/Academics/StudyAway/OIP.htm

Terms offered: spring only. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA requirement; one year of Chinese language study is recommended. Housing: dorms. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: Contact OIP. Recommended majors: Economics, Chinese, Social Sciences.

Shanghai is located central-eastern China, facing the East China Sea. It is a city with a rich history and retains many Western influences. It typifies the disparities of Modern China with the stylish elite existing alongside the impoverished. Students on the program are enrolled at the internationally-renowned Fudan University. They take courses taught in English to the group by prominent Fudan professors with course offerings in economics and Chinese cultural studies. All students take a class in “survival” Chinese; more advanced Chinese language students will have additional curricular options in Chinese.

JAPAN

IES (Institute for the International Education of Students): Nanzan University, Nagoya

www.iesabroad.org

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English, with the exception of Japanese language classes. Eligibility requirements: one year college-level Japanese required for semester program; 3.0 GPA with a 3.0 GPA in Japanese language courses. This program is extremely competitive and fills before the posted deadlines. Housing: homestays, dorms. Application deadlines: March 1 for Fall; August 1 for Spring. Program dates: late August through third week of December (fall): early January through late May (spring). Recommended majors: Japanese, International Studies, Economics, Religion, Sociology, Social Sciences.

The program is based in Nagoya, a modern city of 2 million inhabitants located in central Japan. Students study at Nanzan University, a distinguished, private institution situated on a wooded campus on a hill above the city. Students take their classes in the University’s Center for Japanese Studies. Academic offerings include intensive Japanese language courses and Japanese area studies courses in Economics, History, International Studies, Religion, Sociology and Studio Arts. The program includes field trips and cultural activities, and students have the opportunity to volunteer to teach English to Japanese school children. The program’s orientation is held outside of the city of Nagoya and typically features short stays with a Japanese family and at a traditional Japanese inn.

AUSTRALIA

*Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Western Australia

http://studyabroad.curtin.edu.au/studyab/index.htm

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 2.75 GPA. Housing: on-campus residences or off-campus apartments. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: mid-July through late-November (U.S. fall); mid-February through late June (U.S. spring). Recommended majors: Biology, Chemistry, Anthropology, Engineering, Computer Science, Sociology, International Studies, Environmental Science, Art History.

Students enroll directly through Curtin University. As visiting students at Curtin, Trinity students have full access to the university’s curriculum and the opportunity to be fully integrated with Australian students. The University is situated in suburban Perth, the capital of Western Australia, which is located near the southwestern corner of the state. Perth is a young, modern city, founded in 1829 with a population of about 1.5 million. With a climate similar to Southern California's, Perth has been dubbed the "Sunshine City" and enjoys a large coastline with many beaches. Perth is home to museums, concert halls, and theaters, and is the major urban center of the west coast of Australia. Curtin University is a large, comprehensive research university ranked among the top universities in Australia. It has more than 30,000 students, including more than 5000 international students from some 75 countries. The university offers 160 majors and is dedicated to a method of education that places emphasis on the practical applications of knowledge. Curtin University offers the largest Aboriginal Studies program in Australia. Students may select from courses offered in: Art, Asian Studies, Anthropology, Biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, engineering, English, environmental science, mathematics, psychology, social sciences, urban and regional studies, and other areas. Curtin has opportunities for students to participate in internships/community service projects, and it organizes optional study tour in Asia before or after the semester. Past study tours have included visits to China, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore.

James Cook University, Townsville or Cairns, Queensland

www.arcadia.edu/cea/ or www.ifsa-butler.org

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 2.8 GPA. Housing: apartments, dorms. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: mid-July through late November (U.S. fall); early February through late June (U.S. spring). Recommended majors: Biology, Environmental Studies, Social Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry, Studio Arts, Anthropology, Theater.

Students apply through Arcadia or Butler Universities (study abroad providers). James Cook University is Australia's leading tropical research university.  Founded in 1970, JCU is a multi-campus university with the main sites located in the tropical Queensland cities of Townsville and Cairns. Townsville and Cairns are both thriving coastal cities with populations of approximately 130,000. These campuses are situated outside Australia’s capital cities; they offer ample extracurricular activities and diversions, while also allowing students the ability to be fully immersed in the Australian culture. JCU is ranked as one of Australia’s top 13 Australian universities. It offers courses in a broad range of study areas, including over 170 undergraduate and 140 graduate programs, spanning the arts, business, creative arts, education, engineering, law, medicine and health sciences, science, information technology and Social Sciences. JCU is renowned for its good staff-student ratios, highly qualified teaching staff and effective support services.  In addition, students are encouraged to gain practical experience while studying at JCU, participating in field trips, field study, and internships.

School for Field Studies, Tropical Rainforest Management Studies, Northern Queensland

www.fieldstudies.org

Terms offered: fall or spring. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: prerequisite studies in ecology or environmental studies; 2.7 GPA. Housing: cabins at the SFS field station. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: Recommended majors: Environmental Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Public Policy Studies.

Students study, live, and work in Northern Queensland at a field station in the rainforest. They explore how agriculture, evolution, the climate, and other threats are affecting the rainforest. Students work with local communities and conservation groups to study and develop rainforest restoration strategies and practices that benefit ecosystems and human communities. The program consists of field research, lectures, and exercises, and students have the opportunity to travel to the Outback, visit agricultural businesses and farms, and hike throughout the rainforest. Students meet with local Aboriginal families and have the opportunity to participate in community service. This program emphasizes field-based research.

University of Queensland, Brisbane

www.arcadia.edu/cea/ or www.ifsa-butler.org

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA. Housing: homestay, dorms. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early July through late November (U.S. fall); early February through late June (U.S. spring). Recommended majors: Economics, Biology, Science, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities, Fine Arts, and more.

Students apply through Arcadia or Butler Universities (study abroad providers). The University of Queensland is one of Australia's premier learning and research institutions with a strong reputation for excellent in teaching. The university has an enrollment of approximately 30,000 students who study in over 60 academic departments and have over 4,000 courses from which to choose. It has a diverse community that includes 6000 international students from 124 countries. The university provides strong academic , administrative, and personal support services to students. It has excellent facilities and a vibrant campus live, with over 130 clubs and societies that international students can join. Although the university has three campuses, most study abroad students take all or most of their courses at the main campus, St. Lucia. The St. Lucia campus is set along the Brisbane River in Queensland’s capital city of Brisbane, which has a population of approximately 1.7 million. The university setting is readily accessible to the city center, which offers many cultural and entertainment options. Courses are available in many disciplines, including Biology, Environmental Studies, American Studies, Modern Languages, Religion, Psychology, International Relations, Music, Architecture, Anthropology, Women, Gender, & Sexuality, and Australian Studies.

University of Sydney, Sydney

www.arcadia.edu/cea/ or www.ifsa-butler.org

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA. Housing: apartments, dorms. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: early July through late November (U.S. fall); mid-February through early July (U.S. spring). Recommended majors: Economics, Studio Arts, Music, International Studies, Educational Studies, Women, Gender, & Sexuality, Sciences, Public Policy Studies, and more.

Students apply through Arcadia or Butler Universities (study abroad providers). The University’s two main campuses, where most of the schools 41,000 students are based, are located in the center of the Sydney. Sydney is Australia's oldest city, the economic powerhouse of the nation and the country's capital in everything but name. It offers an attractive harbor location, a vibrant entertainment scene, and many natural attractions. The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university. With a reputation worldwide for academic excellence, it is home to many of the country’s leading researchers and educators. Students can choose from over 3,000 courses in 16 faculties and enroll directly in the University with Australian students. Courses are available in many disciplines, including Economics, Music, Studio Arts, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Aboriginal Studies, Australian Studies, History, International Studies, Philosophy, Religion, Engineering, Public Policy, and Psychology. The University has modern facilities and over 300 student clubs and organizations.

NEW ZEALAND

EcoQuest New Zealand

www.ecoquest.unh.edu/

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: Successful completion of at least 48 semester credit hours (or the equivalent) of college or university studies, including at least one semester courses in the natural sciences and one in the social sciences; 2.7 GPA. Housing: cabins at camp sites. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: Contact provider. Recommended majors: Anthropology, Biology, Environmental Studies, Social Sciences.

EcoQuest is an applied field studies program in ecology, resource management, and environmental policy that is offered in association with the University of New Hampshire. New Zealand offers an ideal context for hands-on, multi-disciplinary studies with its rich cultural traditions, diverse ecosystems, expansive natural areas, mild climate, and history of innovative approaches to resource management. Working closely with an accomplished corps of professors, field leaders and guest lecturers, students have the opportunity to develop practical knowledge and field skills while contributing to ongoing research efforts to help restore New Zealand's threatened ecosystems.  Students travel to many sites throughout the semester as part of the program.

University of Otago, Dunedin

www.arcadia.edu/cea or www.ifsa-butler.org

Terms offered: fall, spring, or full year. Language of instruction: English. Eligibility requirements: 3.0 GPA. Housing: student apartments or houses, residence hall. Application deadlines: please see note below. Program dates: late June through mid-November (U.S. fall); mid-February through late June (