Climate Action Adventure
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The Take-Aways
Real-world Experience
Travel the globe to meet with communities affected by climate change in Costa Rica, and with policy makers trying to solve that challenge in Denmark. Come home ready to influence public opinion and start carbon-smart initiatives in your own community.
Credentials For Your Future
Topics for your college essays, experience to inform your future career, and a portfolio of work to showcase your ideas to mitigate climate change and an advocacy strategy to document your skill at driving change.
Life Skills And New Friendships
Return with greater self-confidence, independence, and improved communication and leadership skills. Enjoy a broader worldview and diverse friendships from across the U.S.
90
Hours Of Expert Instruction
6
Weeks Pursuing Your Passion
1
Life-changing Experience
The Destination
Welcome to Monteverde and Copenhagen, two hot spots on the planet to learn about climate change.
Costa Rica is a small Central American country (roughly the size of West Virginia), but it has lofty ambitions: It wants to become the world’s first carbon-neutral country. And why not? In 1990, it became the first tropical nation to reverse deforestation and since last year, its electric grid runs on 100% renewable energy. People around the world hold this tiny country in admiration, as an example of what can be accomplished when people unite behind climate change mitigation.
When you think green, think Copenhagen! This eco-friendly city is hard at work becoming a sustainable place to work and live. It’s rated the most bike-friendly city in the world and thrives on organic produce, open spaces, green oases, and clean water. A cruise down its pristine waterway envelopes you in the relaxed atmosphere the city is known for. Copenhagen also retains an old-world, small village feel–with cobblestone streets, castles, and bell towers. And there’s so much to do! In Copenhagen—culturally rich and environmentally conscious—you’ll find the ideal place to learn about climate action.
Program Blogs
Innovating projects and final fun!
WOW! How can the program be coming to an end? Participants have been soaking up as much as they can during this last week. Each day during class time, participants... keep reading
One last look back before our farewell dinner in Copenhagen
One final look at Session II. Let's go back in time and relive a few memories
Design Thinking for the Future
How can we design neighborhoods that allow for renewable resources and sustainable ecosystems that serve the needs of the people who live there? Where do we put green spaces, where... keep reading
Sample Activities
Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!
- Fly above the forest canopy on a zipline and see breathtaking views. You might catch a glimpse of sloths, howler monkeys, toucanets, and more!
- Trek through narrow paths and across suspension bridges to El Tigre waterfalls. Take a cold swim, if you dare, and ride home on horseback.
- Tube over rapids down a gushing river in the Poderosa Adventure Park. Exhilarating and 100% carefree!
- Loop through Copenhagen’s canals and harbor on a boat—duck your head when you come to a low bridge!—and see people living on boats, the modern Opera House, a retired Danish submarine, the famous Little Mermaid statue, and palaces straight out of a fairy tale.
- Swim at Amager Strandpark, Copenhagen’s largest beach, known for its sand-sational manmade lagoon, promenade, water sports, and swans.
- Tour the colorful landmarks of Copenhagen—tag along with a Danish language instructor to learn how to recognize street names and important words for finding your way in the city.
Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More Questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I and II 2024 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Costs $11,400 |
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Program Balance = $11,400
Total Fees = $11,400Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to Local Phone and WIFI
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Pablo Allen
Center Director
Pablo is a native Costa Rican, born and raised in San José. He is an an evolutionary ecologist interested in sexual selection, animal weapons, and phenotypic plasticity. Since rejoining CIEE...
Robert Cassidy
Center Director
Robert Cassidy brings a background in neuroscience and extensive leadership experience in higher education. Originally from New Orleans, Rob studied biology and neuroscience in Washington, D.C., before conducting research in...
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