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This program is open to students attending any college or university in the United States through the following accrediting institutions:
- NC State University
- Penn State University
- SUNY-ESF
- University of Florida (Transfer credit provided to non-UF students at in-state tuition rate)
- University of Montana (Transfer credit provided to non-UM students at in-state tuition rate)
- Virginia Tech University
Eligibility: We encourage students from all majors to apply, as we take an interdisciplinary perspective to examine global issues in the conservation of unique wildlife, natural systems, and cultural places. Students should have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be in good standing with their home university or college.
Dates, Credits and Costs: Students on this program will receive 6 credit hours. The program fee is $2,795 (including accommodation, orientation, some meals, group activities, and all in-country transportation). Tuition, institutional administrative fees and international airfare are additional.
Note: All students pay the same price for program fees but tuition and administrative fees will vary depending on the institution offering credit. Please check with the institution administering credit for the session you wish to attend to determine the total costs for this program.
Program Description: This program uses the theme of sustainable development to explore the relationship between people and their natural environment. We spend 7 days in the garden city of Christchurch, followed by a 2.5-week field study of the South Island. A typical itinerary includes Mount Cook, the wild West Coast, swimming with dolphins at Kaikoura, a guided kayak of Abel Tasman National Park, a guided hike on Fox Glacier, a sheep farm visit, a visit to a Maori marae, and a boat cruise on Milford Sound. Click here for more reasons to choose this program.
Visit the Application Details page to learn how to enrol in this program. Spaces are limited. Apply now to guarantee your place on this program.
New Zealand Video: To view a short video presentation outlining the New Zealand program please click on this link.
Independant Travel: If you wish to pursue independant travel after your study abroad program ends please click on this link.
Please Note: This program can be combined with the 8-day program in Fiji and/or the 8-day program in Sydney for up to 12 semester credits.
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