The School for Field Studies / SFS
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The School for Field Studies / SFS is a program provider offering 11 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Research abroad programs in 13 countries such as Chile, Peru, Bhutan, and Panama.
The School for Field Studies (SFS) is one of the nation’s oldest and largest environmental study abroad programs, combining hands-on interdisciplinary environmental studies with scientific research to develop sustainable solutions to critical environmental problems. SFS students work with communities to discover practical ways to manage their natural resources. In the process, SFS students undergo a transformational experience that assists them in advancing their careers as skilled professionals and globally-aware citizens.
For more information, visit our website at https://fieldstudies.org/.
Study Abroad with The School for Field Studies / SFS
"To name a few: * practices in navigating through multicultural environments * friendships * resilience * understanding the complexities of environmental problems in Cambodia through field research * field research techniques, data management and analysis * self-understanding * Khmer culture and ways of life Defi..."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained an understanding of just how big the world is, and a sense for the different parts of biology I want to study later in life. It was worthwhile."
Emma Liddle Grinnell College
"Definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned about Buddhism, GNH, environmental governance, Bhutanese culture, elevational zonation, mountain ecology, and political dimensions of the environment. Definitely worthwhile!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about environmental science, how living in another country is different from living in the US, and I gained new friends!"
Fiona Harrigian Wellesley College
"I gained research skills and became a better global citizen and more aware of my environmental impact. "
A student Wellesley College
"I got to experience an amazing country and solidify my choice to work in environmental education abroad. I believe that this experience was worthwhile because I grew as a person, experienced a new country, met a lot of new people, and learned about elephants. Although the field experience was not what I expected, I do think that..."
A student University of Connecticut
"I learned that it is important to advocate for yourself and your needs, especially in regards to your mental and physical health. It was worthwhile, but I would not do it again. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned about local culture, ecology and land use, and myself. It was worthwhile."
Dylan Quinn Brandeis University
"I gained more confidence in my ability to interact with people from a different culture. I feel more comfortable having to navigate a language barrier and talking to strangers."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a group of friends who care about the same things as me and have experienced living in the amazing town of Bocas. "
Carly Winner University of Wisconsin - Madison
"I learned a lot about myself as a person because I didn't know anyone going there. I learned a lot about field research techniques in my field, which was very exciting. I gained a better perspective of what it's like to do the kind of work I want to do. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"SFS Tropical Rainforest Studies offered the unique opportunity to truly live in the rainforest! This is an incredibly intimate view of an ancient and endangered ecosystem which boasts incredible biodiversity and ecosystem services. As a participant in this program, I was not a visitor to the rainforest, but actually living insid..."
Guthrie Brandeis University
"Study abroad does not have to be like this. My time would have been much better spent doing a different, more functional, study away program or not studying away at all. I thought this program would be a catalyst for my growth, however, being so controlled all the time caused me to atrophy on an academic and emotional level. "
Socrates Bassuk Oberlin College
"I gained confidence in myself and my abilities, learned more about what I want from a future career, learned about other cultures and perspectives, and it was incredibly worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile to learn about how to conduct scientific research and the process of scientific writing. "
A student University of Maine - Orono
"In addition to academic learning, I learned about a very interesting country in the midst of a modernization transition by experiencing it firsthand. It was absolutely worthwhile."
Shira G Brandeis University
"I always say that I aged 5 years after abroad. I came back way more mature. I also gained useful skills that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. This program is totally worthwhile"
Nicole Siena College
"Life changing experiences"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about a field I had no prior experience in. I saw a beautiful country with some of the friendliest people I've ever met. I conducted research that has inspired my career path and improved my resume."
Kris Tina Anderson Berea College
"It was worthwhile. I gained an understanding of ES issues (ecology, sustainability, environmental ethics, biology). I also gained by meeting new people and living in a new place."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about a different culture, a new language, how to surf... Of course it was worthwhile!"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about the challenges to wildlife management, about local tribes and culture, and got a look into a very different world than in the US. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to take time for myself which was important and something I hope I bring back to Wellesley. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile, I learned so much about myself and about what I want to do with my life"
McKenna Martin University of Maine - Orono
The School for Field Studies / SFS: Abroad101 Study Abroad Rankings Winner
