Ecology of the Galapagos

Discover the Galapagos Islands, an incredible oasis for biodiversity. One of the most renowned oceanic archipelagos in the eastern Pacific, the islands remain one of the most pristine places on Earth. Based in San Cristobal at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito’s GAIAS facility, students will live in the GAIAS hotel and explore the plants, animals and other lifeforms slightly below the water’s surface. The course, taught by UM faculty member Gary Gaston, is for biology majors having completed at least 8 hours of major coursework and with strong swimming skills. Students will earn 4 hours of credit for BISC 380.

Program Highlights

  • This program is specifically designed for biology majors with an interest in ecology.
  • “The best free thing I did was explore around town and go snorkeling in the cove we found one moring.” – Summer 2006 student.
Program cost
$4250
Dates of program
Depart US on May 20 (arrive in Quito, Ecuador on May 20)
Depart Ecuador on June 10
Location
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Course credit
4 hours of BISC 380: Topics in Biology Abroad
Prerequisites
Successfully completed 8 hours of biology coursework
Grading system
ABCDF scale
Program type
Short-term faculty led
Housing
Student dormitories, hotels, and cabins on boat
Housing move-in day is May 20; check out is the morning of June 10
Faculty members
Dr. Gary Gaston
Qualifications
Strong swimming skills, 18 years old, minimum GPA of 2.5, and good academic and disciplinary standing at UM
Program price includes
Tuition, housing, program-sponsored excursions, airport pickup, daily breakfasts, 7-day boat tour, and international health insurance
Program prices DOES NOT include
UM Study Abroad Application Fee, meals, airfare, personal spending money, and passport fees.
Study Abroad Advisor
Ruth Maron
 
Application
To apply for this program students must submit the following:
Application deadline
April 4