Study in their world. Credit in yours.

For unforgettable hands-on experiences not available to most students, immerse yourself in our marine studies at breathtaking locations around the world. Dive with sharks. Track pods of dolphins. Tag sea turtles on a moonlit beach. Kayak with whales breaching off your bow. And study alongside professional scientists every step of the way. This is college credit, earned with curiosity, adrenaline and your widest grin.

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Costa Rica Sea Turtle Studies

Hands-on field research, nesting sea turtle surveys and service

Travel to the beaches of Tortuguero to help professional researchers in their quest to study and protect turtles. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
Community service: 25 hours College credit: 3 credits (optional)	Sea turtle ecology and conservation Turtle patrols Snorkeling Sea kayking Whitewater rafting Zip lining Hiking

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British Columbia Marine Mammal Studies

Behavior, ecology and conservation of marine mammals

There’s no better place to study humpbacks, orcas, dolphins and seals up close and alongside the experts. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
Community service: 10+ hours College credit: 3 credits (optional)	Marine mammal studies Sea kayaking Work alongside marine biologists Assist with whale behavior research Hiking Camping

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Fiji Shark Studies

Shark physiology, habitats, conservation and myths

Join shark experts to scuba dive, study and observe sharks up close in a controlled environment. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver PADI Underwater Naturalist PADI AWARE Fish Identification Community service: 10+ hours College credit: 3 credits (optional)	Scuba dive with sharks Data collection Cultural exploration Village visit Whitewater kayaking Hiking

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Caribbean Marine Biology Voyage

Tropical marine science and scuba diving live-aboard adventure

Hop aboard our floating classroom and set off on a marine biology island voyage with expert marine scientists. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
PADI Open Water Diver PADI Advanced Open Water PADI Underwater Naturalist PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy AWARE Fish Identification AWARE Coral Reef Conservation IYT Sailing Certification Community service: 5+ hours College credit: 2 credits (optional)	Hands-on exploration Sailing Small boat handling Live-aboard sailing voyage Snorkeling Island exploration Rainforest hikes Waterskiiing Body surfing Wakeboarding

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Caribbean Marine Reserves

Marine resource management, marine parks and scuba diving – College

Travel to Saba, St. Barts and Statia to scuba dive and learn how marine reserves safeguard marine environments. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
PADI Open Water Diver PADI Advanced Open Water Diver PADI Underwater Naturalist PADI Fish Identification College credit: 3 credits Community service: 15+ hours	Live-aboard sailing voyage Island and Rainforest exploration Community service 16+ Scuba dives	June 11â€“July 5 ($5680)

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Caribbean Tropical Marine Biology

Scuba diving and tropical marine science live-aboard voyage – College

Join expert marine scientists on a Caribbean voyage to learn about the complex underwater realm firsthand. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
PADI Open Water Diver PADI Advanced Open Water PADI Underwater Naturalist AWARE Fish Identification AWARE Coral Reef Conservation IYT Sailing Certification Community service: 5+ hours College credit: 3 credits	Hands-on exploration Live-aboard sailing voyage Scuba diving Data collection Island exploration Rainforest hikes 25+ scuba dives	June 11â€“July 5 ($5680) July 8â€“August 1 ($5680) December 27â€“January 20 ($5680)

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Costa Rica & Nicaragua Sea Turtle Ecology

Hands-on field research sea turtle, surveys and nursery work – College

Travel to Central American beaches to help researchers in their quest to study and protect turtles. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
College credit: 3 credits Community service: 40 hours	Sea turtle conservation Turtle patrols Horseback riding Rappelling National park visits Whitewater rafting Zip lining and canopy tours Rainforest Exploration	June 13â€“July 7 ($5280)

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Fiji Shark Behavior & Conservation

Shark physiology, conservation, habitats and myths – College

Join shark experts to scuba dive, study and observe sharks up close in a controlled environment. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver PADI Underwater Naturalist PADI AWARE Fish Identification College credit: 3 credits Community service: 10+ hours	Scuba dive with sharks Data collection Cultural exploration Whitewater kayaking 24+ scuba dives	June 6â€“July 2 ($5780) July 4â€“July 30 ($5780) December 27â€“January 20 ($5980)

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British Columbia Marine Mammal Ecology

Marine mammal ecology, behavior and conservation – College

Study humpbacks, orcas, dolphins and seals in their natural habitats alongside marine mammal experts. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
Community service: 10+ hours College credit: 3 credits	Sea kayaking Camping expeditions Learning basic navigation techniques Whale watching boat tours Hiking	June 24â€“July 18 ($5480)

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South Africa Ultimate Predators

Wildlife safari, snorkeling, predator ecology and behavior – College

Study Africa’s extraordinary predators both on land and in the sea during the South African Sardine Run. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
College credit: 3 credits Community service: 25+ hours	Great White cage diving Shark dissection with The Natal Sharks Board Sardine Run Dives Snorkeling Game drives Public outreach	June 6â€“July 2 ($5880) July 4â€“July 30 ($5880)

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Galapagos & Amazon Biodiversity

Ecology and biodiversity from the Amazon to the Galapagos – College

Do conservation work and study Ecuador’s incredible biodiversity and ecology with expert researchers. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
College credit: 3 credits Community service: 35 hours Independent research project	Hands-on research Trek in the Andes: geology lessions and leadership training Amazon rainforest expedition Field work in the Galapagos	June 13â€“July 7 ($5980)

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Caribbean Marine Reserves

Marine resource management, marine parks and scuba diving – College

Travel to Saba, St. Barts and Statia to scuba dive and learn how marine reserves safeguard marine environments. READ MORE

Accreditation	Features	Trip Dates (cost)
PADI Open Water Diver PADI Advanced Open Water Diver PADI Underwater Naturalist PADI Fish Identification College credit: 3 credits Community service: 15+ hours	Live-aboard sailing voyage Island and Rainforest exploration Community service 16+ Scuba dives	June 11â€“July 5 ($5680)

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Caribbean Oceanography

Experiential oceanography and field research live-aboard voyage – College

Set sail on a Caribbean marine science voyage to study complex marine ecosystems with professional scientists. READ MORE

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