Qualified applicants must be majoring in Environmental Science or related fields, and have completed two full time semesters. Serving terms range from 12 weeks to 12 months in length.
Applications are in the office or can be downloaded from the website.
Duke University are preparing for the spring 2001 semester in Costa Rica. This is an opportunity to become immersed in tropical ecosystems and at the same time improve understanding of the Spanish language and Latin American culture. Subjects of study include Fundamentals of Tropical Biology, Field Research in Tropical Biology, Environmental Science and Policy of the Tropics, and Spanish Language and Latin American Culture. They are hands-on interdisciplinary programs incorporating ecology, resource management, economics, and environmental policy. They offer semester and summer courses with scholarships and financial aid available.