Recreation, Conservation, & Wildlife in National Parks

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Students will travel to Billings, Montana in Summer 2024 in a 5-week course work with two weeks of travel from July 15, 2024 to July 29, 2024.

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Study in America Experience

Embarking on an immersive expedition across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, students delve into the realm of wildlife conservation within breathtaking national parks. Exploring innovative strategies, they engage with diverse ecosystems and vulnerable wildlife populations. Amidst pristine landscapes, this experiential journey not only cultivates conservation skills but also unveils the complex interplay between nature and humanity, preparing students for real-world challenges in preserving our planet's natural treasures.

COURSE INFORMATION

To be admitted to this SIA program, you must enroll in BOTH course option below related to your classification:

TRIP DETAILS

LOCATION

Billings, MT
Yellowstone National Park, WY
Grand Teton National Park, WY
Jackson Hole, WY
Driggs, ID
Henry Lake State Park, ID
and more!

DATES

July 15, 2024 - July 29, 2024

TRIP COSTS

Trip: $1,982
*financial aid eligible*

Study In America Experience

The departure for this trip is dated July 15, 2024, and will last until July 29, 2024, more information will be updated soon. Feel free to come back for more information later on!

** Field Trip

** Prerequisites will be waived**

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NEXT STEPS

STEP THREE

Applications reviewed by the Program Director & OXP

STEP FOUR

OXP notifies students with decision and next steps

POLICIES

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Undergraduate in good standing at Texas State. 
  • Once you are approved and provided overrides to the SIA program, you are liable for both the course and program fee refund policy. 

 

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  • Costs

    • INCLUDES: 
      • Lodging
      • Group Meals
      • Transporation 
      • Excursions
      NOT INCLUDED: 
      • Personal Meals
      • Travel (Airfare) from Texas 
      • Personal Expenses - supplies/groceries 

  • Drop & Refund Policy

    • Drop Refund - Refunds for a dropped extension course are given according to university policy for regular university courses on campus.  Refer to the Registrar's Web site for more information.

    • Students are able to receive a refund on the Program Fee that falls within this refund schedule. This is separate from the refund deadlines associated with tuition costs.

      The following policy applies to students that drop/withdraw from the course/program -

      • 100% of the Program Fee is Refundable '45' days prior to the course start date.
      • 70% of the Program Fee is Refundable '44' days prior to the course start date. 
      • 50% of the Program Fee is Refundable after the first start date of the course. 

      Students that cannot complete the program and would like to appeal the refund policy, please contact the SIA Coordinator, for more assistance. 

      Please note: the course start date is not the first day of travel. 

  • Program Preparation