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Winter Field Studies

Explore the world leader in both biological diversity protection and sustainable development in Costa Rica, learn about the societal, cultural, and business aspects of Brazil, or develop critical professional business skills in France!

Immerse yourself in business and culture like this Rollins group visiting the Pau Hippodrome in France.

Immerse yourself in business and culture like this Rollins group visiting the Pau Hippodrome in France.

 

 

Applications

Please note: program dates may change to accommodate changes to the Rollins academic calendar.

  • Application deadline: September 25, 2023 (unless otherwise noted)!
  • Applications open in August
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  • Grades and credits for these programs will be issued at the end of the spring semester.
  • Students can apply for need-based scholarships through the program application. Awards range from $500-$2500 and post to the Student Account in late January (for programs in Dec., Jan. and March) and late May (for summer programs).
  • o provide access to these programs for as many students as possible, students who received funding from Rollins for a Field Study or Summer Approved program will generally not receive funding for a second Field Study/Summer Program.

Application Deadline: September 25, 2023

Spend your winter break visiting and learning in beautiful Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This experiential learning field trip focuses on societal, cultural, and business aspects of Brazil, namely in and around Rio de Janeiro. Through readings, lectures, discussions and site visits, the course explores challenges and opportunities for Brazilian people, their government, and their firms. During the trip, we will meet with business owners in Rio de Janeiro and visit many businesses (such as Grupo Globo and the DARA Institute) and popular national sites (such as Christ the Redeemer Statue, Museu do Amanha, and Copacabana Beach) while immersing ourselves in Brazilian society and culture. Students will learn about the historical importance of our western hemisphere neighbors and experience firsthand business practices in a foreign country. Students will also gain the opportunity to practice and improve their intercultural communication skills and business etiquette while networking with professionals around Rio. 

  • Program Leader: Kip Kiefer
  • Program Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Tentative Travel Dates: January 4-12, 2024
  • Credits: 2 – Credit/No Credit
  • Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing; preference for Holt students
  • Course Requirements: In-country attendance and participation, discussion boards, in-country round table discussions, personal reflection paper, post-trip survey  
  • Anticipated Number of Students: 12
  • Tentative Program Fee: $3,950
  • Program Fee Includes: Tuition, housing, all meals, on-site activities and receptions, in-country transportation, program administration, and emergency insurance.
  • Estimated Additional Costs: Roundtrip airfare from FL $1,400, passport $165, personal expenses $112, federal loan fees $0, books/course materials $0, and professional licensure/certification $0
  • Visa: Not required for US citizens
  • Special Notifications: This field study involves extensive walking and some strenuous activities such as hiking and stairs. This program includes travel to some locations by buses, trains, and sky trams by large bodies of water. Those with severe motion sickness issues, fear of heights or of water, may find this to be an issue. Diet constraints may exist or can be difficult to maintain in Brazil. Please contact IP for more information.

* All dates are tentative and subject to change depending on the final number of students, final costs and other considerations.

** Estimated costs for all programs are based on anticipated numbers of students, current exchange rates and commercial airfares. Costs are subject to change. Final prices will always be communicated to accepted students before they commit to the program.

*Note: This is a competitive program. Not all applicants will be accepted. We highly recommend that students apply for a back-up field study. 

Application Deadline: September 25th, 2023

Spend your winter break developing critical professional skills as you journey from Paris to the Aquitaine region of France. In this field study, students will visit museums, cultural attractions, and businesses. We will tour the Eiffel Tower in Paris, explore the architectural beauty and vineyards of Bordeaux, and visit the castle of Henry IV in Pau while viewing the Pyrenees Mountains of southern France. Students will learn about the historical importance of the region and witness comparative business practices firsthand. Students will have the opportunity to improve their intercultural communication skills and practice business etiquette as they network with local entrepreneurs, leaders, and government officials. Pack your bags: business boot camp is in session. 

  • Program Leader: Tim Pett
  • Program Location: France
  • Tentative Travel Dates: January 3-13, 2024
  • Credits: 2 – Credit/No Credit
  • Prerequisites: Junior standing, Holt student preference
  • Course Requirements: Final paper, self-reflections during the trip, and video submission at the conclusion of the program.
  • Anticipated Number of Students: 12-14
  • Tentative Program Fee: $3,120
  • Program Fee Includes: Tuition, housing, breakfasts, in-country transportation (bus, train), and on-site activities.
  • Estimated Additional Costs: Roundtrip airfare from FL $900, meals/food not included $450, passport $165, personal expenses $112, federal loan fees $0, books/course materials $0, and professional licensure/certification $0.
  • Visa: Not required for US citizens.
  • Special Notifications: The program will require significant walking by the participants including areas with uneven ground. There will also be strenuous activities (including hiking), and some of which require the use of stairs. Air conditioning will not be offered in all areas.  Dietary issues can be challenging as foods such as bread and milk products are common.

* All dates are tentative and subject to change depending on the final number of students, final costs and other considerations.

** Estimated costs for all programs are based on anticipated numbers of students, current exchange rates and commercial airfares. Costs are subject to change. Final prices will always be communicated to accepted students before they commit to the program.

Application Deadline: April 3, 2023 - Applications Closed

Costa Rica has been successful in achieving economic growth and human development, even as the country has been able to preserve and restore much of its environment. By contrast, much of Central America has experienced widespread deforestation, rapid population growth and considerable instability. In combination with several environmental factors, this has led to depressed living standards throughout the regionWe will devote considerable attention to understanding these very different outcomes and consider appropriate models of sustainable development for the region. The field study emphasizes the role of conservation of Costa Rica’s considerable biological resources as a key component of sustainability Itinerary Highlights: Carara National Park, La Selva Biological Station, Tirimbina Biological Reserve, Maquenque Mixed Use National Wildlife Refuge, Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve, Heliconias Ecolodge, Tenorio Volcano National Park, cooperative coffee farm, cacao plantation, banana plantation, and monkeys, sloths, anteaters, and 900 species of birds

  • Program Leader: Barry Allen
  • Program Location: Costa Rica
  • Tentative Travel Dates: December 9-19, 2023
  • Credits: 2 – Letter Grade
  • Prerequisites: ENV 365 (Fall 2023)
  • Course Requirements: Attendance at pre-travel meetings, participation in all on-site activities, course readings, final 15-page field report paper.
  • Anticipated Number of Students: 12
  • Tentative Program Fee: $2,990
  • Program Fee Includes: Tuition, roundtrip airfare from MCO, all meals, housing, on-site activities, on-site transportation, program administration, and emergency insurance.
  • Estimated Additional Costs: Passport $165, personal expenses $100, gratuities $25, federal loan fees $0, books/course materials $0, and professional licensure/certification $0.
  • Visa: Not required for US citizens.
  • Special Notifications: Consumption of alcohol is not permitted on this field study. This program includes travel to some locations with more limited medical services. Students should be prepared for substantial walking on uneven ground, and some more strenuous hiking. There will also be on-site travel that could induce motion sickness and areas with high altitude and heights. Please contact IP for more information

* All dates are tentative and subject to change depending on the final number of students, final costs and other considerations.

** Estimated costs for all programs are based on anticipated numbers of students, current exchange rates and commercial airfares. Costs are subject to change. Final prices will always be communicated to accepted students before they commit to the program.