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SIT Study Abroad Panama: Tropical Ecology, Marine Ecosystems, and Biodiversity Conservation (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Panama City, Panama
  • Program Terms: Fall, Winter/Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: SIT/World Learning 
  • Restrictions: OSU applicants only.
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Winter/Spring 2025 10/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission 01/27/2025 05/11/2025

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Click here for a definition of this term Program Provider: SIT (School for International Training) Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Animal Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Botany, Earth Sciences, Education, Environmental Sciences, Geography & Geospatial Science, Liberal Studies, Marine Biology, Political Science, Spanish, Zoology Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum Class Standing: 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Study abroad program
Click here for a definition of this term Housing Option: Homestay, Hostel / Hotel, Other
Program Description:

SIT Study Abroad Panama: Tropical Ecology, Marine Ecosystems, and Biodiversity Conservation

 

 

Explore rain forests, coral reefs, highland canopies, and coastal mangroves as you study tropical conservation and ecology.

 

 

WHY STUDY TROPICAL ECOLOGY IN PANAMA?
Panama has some of the world’s most biodiverse and complex ecosystems, from highland cloud forests to Caribbean coral reefs. You will conduct seven weeks of field studies in five unique settings in Panama and Costa Rica. Learn how to estimate forest biodiversity, evaluate coral reef health, calculate mangrove carbon, identify tropical fish species, and quantify Neotropical mammal abundance among other skills.

In Panama City, one of the leading bases for international NGOs and the United Nations, you’ll explore conservation topics such as sustainable agriculture, indigenous resource use, and ecotourism. You will also conduct four weeks of independent, original field research project on a topic of your choice.

Your program also includes five homestays during which you will learn about urban and rural life, experience local culture, and examine the environmental challenges these communities face.

In addition, you will develop the Spanish language skills needed to discuss ecological issues and conduct field research through classroom learning, cultural immersion, homestays, fieldwork, and excursions.

Please visit the SIT Study Abroad website for details on the program highlights and details of coursework, educational excursions, and housing.

 

 

MONEY MATTERS

SIT is an all-inclusively priced study abroad program – including academics costs, excursions, accommodations and meals, airport transfers, and health insurance. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.  

 

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

SIT has awarded an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in the past three years. All scholarships and grants are need-based. Awards generally range from $500 to $5,000.  

 

 

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