Advanced independent work in the natural and social sciences and the humanities.
Students design and conduct research projects under the supervision of academic advisors.
Costa Rica, home to abundant plant and animal life and diverse climactic and ecological zones, presents unusual opportunities for students of tropical biology and ecology. This program has very limited space therefore students are strongly encouraged to consider applying for an alternate program. Some students complete a full year in Costa Rica by attending both Fall and Spring programs. Students with prior course work in the proposed research discipline and at least one year of college Spanish. Familiarity with statistics and fieldwork methodology is strongly recommended.