African Safari Program

  Kenya

Nairobi

Term: Summer 

Description: KEI's African Safari program takes place both on the campus of the United States International University (a beautiful 20-acre campus, located 12 miles from the center of Nairobi) and during planned safaris in Kenya's national parks and wildlife reserves. During the safaris, students camp on the game reserves and national parks and are accompanied by both USIU faculty and professional guides.

Highlights: The 5-week African Safari Program in Kenya takes advantage of this country's world-renowned natural resources and abundant wildlife to teach courses in wildlife management, preservation and environmental ethics. Learning takes place both on campus (at the United States International University) in Nairobi and during planned field trips and safaris in Kenya's national parks and game reserves. USIU faculty (and professional safari guides) accompany the group and teach the courses.

Cost in US$: $4,950

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Kenya Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 5-12

Scholarships are Available. - $200-$1000

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI)'s Mission Statement: The Knowledge Exchange Institute offers unique study and intern abroad programs for college and graduate students. KEI programs are distinguished by a large selection of major-specific, language and regional studies courses; courses taught in English (all locations); professional internships; transcripts and credit from an accredited university; extensive cultural excursions; housing; pre-departure and on-site staff and support; and attentive service and small groups of students.

Year Founded: 1997