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Study Abroad in Belize

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Approximate Dates:

January 1-14, 2026

Application Deadline:

Early bird applications encouraged: May 1, 2025

Final deadline: September 15, 2025

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may fill before final deadline.

What will I explore?

Program Highlights: 

  • Explore the beautiful country of Belize 
  • Experience Cultural immersion into Belizean and Mayan cultures
  • Visit various Belizean towns  
  • 8-10 Days Placed in a local Belizean Ministry of Education Preschool or elementary school
  • Learn basic Spanish 
  • Participate in cultural activities, tour Mayan Ruins, TBD: Snorkeling, River Tour or Cacao Tour

What will I learn?

During this 14-day program, students will learn about the country, culture and educational system in Belize, as well as some child-centered teaching methods. The group will have the opportunity to learn with local community college education students.  Students will be assigned to a Belizean Preschool or Elementary School for 8-10 days. 

What's included in the cost?

$3,800-4,500 is the estimated program cost, and includes: 

  • round-trip airfare 
  • lodging - shared room 2-4
  • international health coverage 
  • transportation from 冈本视频 to O’Hare airport and back 
  • in-country transportation, air, boat, bus
  • entrance fees to cultural adventures
  • daily continental breakfast, and some additional meals 

Costs do not include: tuition, some meals, personal spending money, and passport fees. 

When are the payment deadlines?

  • $500 due within 2 weeks once accepted  
  • $1,000 early October 
  • $1,000 early November 
  • $1,000 early December 
  • $Final Payment TBD  

Payments are made through a Square invoice emailed. 

The refund policy is explained on the study abroad application. 

What are my options for paying for study abroad?

Over 90% of 冈本视频 students who study abroad receive a scholarship or grant鈥攁nd you could be one of them! From grants and scholarships to financial aid and flexible payment plans, there are many ways to fund your experience.

Explore your options and start planning! How to Finance Your Study Abroad.

What are the credit opportunities?

Early Childhood and Foundations of Teacher Education Practicum-3 credits

and/or

Principles of Sustainability- 3 credits

Contact:

Megan Grant
Megan Grant
Coordinator, Study Abroad
Tracy Blahnik
Tracy Blahnik
Instr,InstructionalAsstEduProg
Mary Beth Boettcher
Mary Beth Boettcher
Instr,Early Childhood Edu
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