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Discover the Galapagos Islands, an incredible oasis for biodiversity. One of the most renowned ocean archipelagos in the world, the Galapagos islands contains hundreds of plants and animals that you will see no where else on Earth. On this journey, we will explore many of the different islands learning about the remarkable life of these islands and of the ocean, what these islands have taught us about life on Earth, and the international efforts to conserve the special nature of these islands for future generations. On this trip there will also be an opportunity to visit the Amazon rain forest for four more astonishing days of discovery. You also have the opportunity at the program's end to stay on July 7-11 and visit a field station in the Amazon. The cost of this experience is separate from the program cost. A student says: “This trip was great. It should definitely be continued every year with Dr. Ochs and Dr. McCook. They were awesome and everyone enjoyed being with them so much!”
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Program Highlights
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Program cost
$5,960
Dates of program
June 15-July 7
Location
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Course credit
4 hours of BISC 380: Topics in Biology Abroad
Prerequisites
Biology majors only who have successfully completed 8 hours of biology coursework and have Sophomore standing or above
Grading system
ABCDF scale
Program type
Short-term faculty led
Housing
Student dormitories, hotels, and cabins on boat
Housing move-in day is June 15; check out is the morning of July 7 Faculty members
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
Application
To apply for this program students must submit the following:
Application deadline
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