For more program information, please visit the program website. This program is sponsored by:School for Field Studies.
Program Location | Iquitos, Peru |
Sponsor | School for Field Studies |
Program Type | Co-sponsored |
Duration | Semester |
Upcoming Program Dates | |
Spring 2024 | 01/30/24 to 05/10/24 |
Current Program Dates | |
Fall 2023 | 09/01/23 to 12/12/23 |
Page Links | |
Overview | Purdue Credit |
Eligibility | Academics |
Housing | Program Costs |
Financial Aid | Deadline |
Returnee Info | Resources |
GPA Requirement:
2.8 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
On the Biodiversity and Development in the Amazon program, you will take three 4-credit disciplinary courses, one 2-credit language and culture course, and a 4-credit capstone Directed Research course. Courses are participatory in nature and are designed to foster inquiry and active learning. Each course combines lectures, field exercises, assignments, tests, and research. All courses are taught in English.
More information about the classes can be found on the SFS website.
Between the remote city of Iquitos and the port city of Nauta, nestled in the Amazon, sits the Center. The sounds of the forest permeate our campus, from student cabins to the pool and open-air student lounge. The rainforest is accessible via an on-campus trail system which traverses our 183-acre property. Small communities and local shops are within walking distance.
Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program.
The program fee includes: tuition, all meals, local travel, and class-related excursions/field trips.Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Spring 2024
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue and Co-sponsor | |
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Program Fee | $18,350.00 |
Study Abroad Fee | $914.10 |
Housing | $5,200.00 |
Purdue International Insurance (per month) | $32.00 |
Approximate additional costs per semester | ||
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To be paid by the student. | ||
Round-trip Airfare | $900.00 | |
Visa | $50.00 | |
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $0.00 - $2,500.00 | |
Travel Documents (passport, photos) | $175.00 |
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.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
Program Application Deadline | |
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Most Fall Semester Programs | Mar 1 |
Most Spring Semester Programs | Sep 15 |
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
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