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    EF Gap Semester in Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Peru, & Ecuador (The Changemaker)

    Details

    • Listing Type: Gap Year Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destinations: Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Dominican Republic
    • Credit Awarded: College
    • Program Length: Semester
    • Start Month: February, September
    • Category: Environmental Conservation
    • Selective: No
    • Gender: Coed
    • Ages: 18, 19+, 19
    • Housing: Homestay, Hotel
    • Accreditation: Gap Year Association - Program
    • Affiliation: Gap Year Association
    • Financial Aid: Grants/Scholarships, Payment Terms
    • Minimum Cost: $10,000 - $20,000
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    Overview

    Get hands-on experience with conservation and sustainability and make a true impact across Latin America. Work with locals on global challenges and explore the ecosystems and communities they are trying to conserve.

    This program is designed for the impact-driven adventurer who wants to experience sustainable lifestyles all over the world. Travel to Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Peru, Ecuador, and the Galápagos with your cohort. Learn about the UN Sustainable Development goals as you adventure through Latin America. Work on an organic farm, contribute to sea turtle conservation, learn about the international coffee trade, and much more.

    Cost and Session Information

    Flights & transportation: Round-trip flights and local transfers to each stop in your itinerary

    Room & board: Your accommodations and some of your meals on the trip

    Activities & service projects: Guided excursions and service opportunities with partner organizations

    EF Global Support Network: One-on-one mentorship and 24/7 travel support before and during your program

    Guided learning: Program leadership and direction by full-time EF Field Director and Student Life Coordinator