Ecotourism in Costa Rica
Program Details
If you have questions about this program, email the
program leader listed below.
The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of
this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be
answered by the program leader listed below.
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| Program Type |
Departmental |
| Program Location |
San Jose, Ciudad Quesada, Arsenal, Sarapiqu, Costa Rica
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| Course # |
SA 10210
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| Duration |
Summer
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| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2027 |
05/13/27 to 05/21/27
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Program Description
Ecotourism Experience
This course promotes responsible, sustainable tourism and “green” travel best practices to minimize impact when visiting tourist destinations. Content includes motivating and changing travel behavior, visiting that improves the well-being of residents, supporting local businesses to stimulate economic development, respecting cultures and local traditions, environmental awareness, and ecological conservation. The class will travel to Costa Rica, a known destination for ecotourism and sustainability since the 1990s. It is a perfect destination to host a student experience focused on responsible travel and changing traveler behavior.
Program Cost
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.
Cost estimate: $3200-3500
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
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