She said it taught her how to live in close conditions with others. The majority of the trip was in 10-person passenger vans, so everyone got to know each other well. Wales said most people have a fascination with Down Under, and many students seek out this program. During its nine-year existence, participants have come from 22 states ranging from New York to California. He said this year the program expanded to include credit hours in education and health care.
Hours continue to be offered in anthropology, geography, and sociology.
This covers tuition and fees for four credit hours, airfare, lodging, and ground transportation. Students are responsible for other costs such as food and recreational activities not covered in the itinerary. Dollar, Tolar and Shivers all agreed the trip was worth the cost.