Semester in Belize

  Belize

San Ignacio

Term: Fall, Spring 
Dates: Spring 2009: January 8 - May 2; Fall 2009: Late August - Early December

Description: Study in the lush, tropical jungle of central Belize. This semester abroad provides a unique blend of service projects, field research, academic courses, homestay living and cultural activities. San Ignacio, the semester home base, is a diverse, market town with multiple cultures, friendly people, and fun nightlife.

During your semester, you will also participate in community driven, hands-on development projects like management and maintenance of a local national park, researching, developing and delivering environmental education curriculum or tutoring students in reading, math or the arts. You will study with local and international professors to better understand the history and biodiversity of Belize.

Then, immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of Belize by exploring the country. Visit local Mayan ruins, take a hike or two to experience the amazing ecological bio-diversity or take a trip to the second largest barrier reef in the world.

Highlights:
- Immerse yourself in rich Caribbean Culture
- Earn credits and Complete Service Projects
- Stay with a local family
- Dive in the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world!

Cost in US$: $9,850 *cost may change at any time due to the currency exchange

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Belize Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000