Hofstra in Ecuador

January Session

Description

Join us on a 19-day educational adventure focusing on the evolution, ecology, and geology of the Galápagos Islands and Ecuadorean rainforest. You'll learn about the natural history and conservation status of the many animals and plants that inhabit this fascinating and extraordinarily beautiful place.

Eligibility

Undergraduate and graduate students from Hofstra and other American universities are all invited to apply.

Cost

The program fee of $2,900 includes: Round-trip airfare from LGA to Quito, Ecuador, transfers between airports and hotels, all program-related transportation, a one-week yacht tour (including full meals, accommodation in double cabins with private bath), a four-day/three-night rainforest excursion (including meals and accommodation), hotel accommodations in Quito and Puerto Ayora (including breakfast), and day trips that are part of the program itinerary.

Expenses not included in the program fee: four lunches, four dinners, some beverages, personal expenses, park entry fees ($120), Ecuador departure tax ($10), tips and gratuities for local guides ($150). University course credit is additional; you must register for course credit or course-audit separately with Hofstra University.

*Costs are approximate and are based on recent semesters. Please contact the program for accurate information.

Deadline

TBD

Contact

For further information or to apply, please contact the Program Director:

Dr. J. Bret Bennington
Department of Geology
138 Gittleson Hall
Phone: (516) 463-5568
E-mail: J.B.Bennington@Hofstra.edu

For More Information

Click HERE for Study Abroad info, or visit the program page