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Toucan Education Programs International Service-Learning: JTerm, Spring Break & Summer High-Impact Service, Academic Rigor, & Cultural ExplorationJoin the Toucan Education Programs International Service-Learning intensive, designed to blen... read more

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Toucan Education Programs International Service-Learning: JTerm, Spring Break & Summer

 High-Impact Service, Academic Rigor, & Cultural Exploration

Join the Toucan Education Programs International Service-Learning intensive, designed to blend academic learning with tangible community impact. This program is offered during JTerm, Spring Break, and Summer, providing the flexibility to fit any student or gap-year traveler's schedule.

Engage in meaningful, community-integrated projects while exploring Belize’s diverse natural and cultural heritage. You will develop critical global citizenship skills through our unique Intercultural Learning Co-Curriculum (ILC), making this an ideal experience for those seeking deep personal growth or meaningful gap-year travel.

Service & Academics:

The program is built around the concept of community-integrated learning, offering a complete experiential education model:

  • Substantial Service: Complete 18–21 hours of meaningful service alongside local host communities and organizations. Projects are designed to address real-world development challenges.
  • Intercultural Learning: Participate in our comprehensive Intercultural Learning Co-Curriculum (ILC), which includes pre-departure assignments, in-country reflections, and a re-entry module to ensure you can articulate the value of your experience.
  • Academic Structure: The typical in-country duration is 9 days / 8 nights (varies by term), providing a condensed yet high-impact learning experience perfect for university breaks.
  • Civic Engagement: Engage in required readings and reflections on topics like Global Citizenship and Social Responsibility.

Cultural Immersion & Highlights:

Your experience extends beyond service through expertly guided excursions that immerse you in Belize’s history and ecology:
  • Ancient History: Guided visit to the Xunantunich Archaeological Reserve.
  • Marine Ecology: Snorkel the famous Belize Barrier Reef, the second largest in the world.
  • Indigenous Culture: Enjoy a Ketchi Maya Experience, a Culinary Workshop, and a Garifuna Drumming and Dance Presentation.
  • Adventure & Exploration: Explore the country’s diverse environments, from the rainforests of San Ignacio (Cayo District) to the southern coast.
 
Make Your Break Count: View Terms & Program Options

Ready to travel with purpose and earn meaningful experience? Browse our program schedule for available J Term, Spring Break, and Summer dates. To discuss the specific all-inclusive program fee for your preferred term, book a complimentary advising session with our team today.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Summer
  • January Term
  • Spring Break
Instruction Language(s):
  • English
Language Requirement(s):
  • English
  • Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Education
  • Human Development, Family Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Global Studies
  • Community Organization and Advocacy
  • Social Work
  • Social Sciences
  • Anthropology
Minimum GPA:
2.7
Year Founded:
2010
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Toucan Education Programs (TEP) Scholarships

2025 Summer Raffle: Win a Scholarship!

To celebrate the launch of our 2025 summer programs, Toucan Education Programs is hosting a scholarship raffle! Students who successfully apply and are admitted to any of our Summer Field Intensive or other experiential programs by January 31, 2025, will automatically be entered into the raffle for a chance to win a scholarship towards their program tuition.

$3455 - $6125

Deadlines:
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

Guidelines/Requirements:
Guidelines Eligibility: All students who have applied for a summer program, met admission requirements, and accepted their offer are eligible to enter. Requirements: Complete Application: Submit a complete application for any of our summer programs. Meet Admission Criteria: Fulfill all necessary admission requirements, including academic qualifications and any specific program prerequisites. Accept Offer: If admitted, accept your offer to participate in the program

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