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Community Service On Pre-College Enrichment Montreal On The Campus Of McGill & College Preview Week In Boston

28 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

As part of the Pre-College Enrichment Montreal program, Community Service is available as a morning course, along with your choice of an afternoon course. Work with youth at the Boys & Girls Club and get a taste of college life as you enjoy McGill University’s facilities including the athletics & recreation center. During your free time, explore the vibrant city of Montreal and have fun with fellow pre-college students on weekend excursions and day trips, all included in your tuition. Enjoy a final week in Boston during our College Preview Week that includes six campus visits and Boston activity highlights.

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Montreal

Travel Dates

June 27 - July 24

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
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$6,499$5,999

Peru Community Service

28 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

You will feel Peru’s beauty and rich culture as you are warmly welcomed into the local schools and communities in which you’ll be volunteering. From working to improve their school to leading activities for local children, this promises to be a meaningful experience. Combine your service with incredible adventure as Peru is one of the most spectacular and geographically diverse countries in the world. From exploring the Amazon Jungle and kayaking on sacred Lake Titicaca at 12,500’ in the Andes to sandboarding and riding dune buggies in the desert oasis of Huacachina, you experience it all! Of course, there is our fascinating visit to the ancient archaeological treasure of Machu Picchu! But above the beauty and history are the connections made with Peruvians and your fellow travelers making this a truly significant and memorable summer!

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Lima, Iquitos, Amazon Jungle, Cusco, Aguas Caliente, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Puno, Arequipa, Huacachina

Travel Dates

June 27 - July 24

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
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$6,899$6,599

South Africa Community Service

25 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

Incredible wildlife, varied landscapes, warm people and thrilling adventures await you on this unforgettable student travel through South Africa. From working with the youth of South Africa, to unforgettable wildlife safaris viewing the Big 5 in Kruger National Park, this program combines service, wildlife education, cultural immersion, and adventure. It will truly be your experience of a lifetime.

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, St. Lucia, Durban, Simon’s Town, Cape Town

Travel Dates

June 29 - July 23
July 01 - July 25

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
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$6,999$6,699

Thailand Community Service

25 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

From the canals of Bangkok and nearby floating markets, to magnificent stone ruins and truly spectacular temples in Ayutthaya, and on through the limestone cliffs and Railay Bay in the southern province of Krabi we experience it all in this student trip to Thailand!  Rewarding community service experiences with children deepen our understanding and relationship with our hosts as we learn about this nation and are won over by the hearts of its people.

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Mae Salak, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Koh Phi Phi

Travel Dates

June 28 - July 22
July 01 - July 25
July 07 - July 31

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
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$6,999$6,699

Ecuador & the Galapagos Community Service

25 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

Experience the natural and cultural richness of Ecuador with your arrival in Quito, the first city to be declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Straddle the Northern and Southern hemispheres at the same time, and be one of the privileged travelers to visit the Galapagos Islands where we explore the home of Darwin’s theory of evolution and observe many unusual species of animals. Bring your sense of adventure as we river tube and zip line in the cloud forest. Dive into community service projects working alongside locals, on the spectacular Galapagos Islands and in the communities of Quito and Riobamba. The warm and friendly natives welcome us as we interact with local children, seniors and indigenous villagers.

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Quito, Latacunga, Amazon Rainforest, Baños, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz

Travel Dates

June 27 - July 21
July 01 - July 25

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
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$7,299$6,999

Costa Rica Community Service

28 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

Welcome to La Pura Vida! Upon arrival, you are quickly struck by this small country’s natural beauty and the warmth of its people. Whether you are building a home with Urbarium or running a day camp for the children of La Carpio, you are sure to develop strong connections and have a significant influence on the communities you will be supporting. Compliment your volunteering with exciting adventure activities like learning to surf and zip-lining over the forest canopy, you will return home with a love for all things Costa Rican.

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Central Valley, Arenal, Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja, Flamingo, Dominical, Manuel Antonio

Travel Dates

June 28 - July 25

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
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$7,499$7,199

Community Service On Pre-College Enrichment Barcelona

28 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

As part of the Pre-College Enrichment Barcelona program, Community Service is available as both a morning major or as an afternoon elective. Give back to children and families in need as you participate in educational and recreational programs with Barcelona’s Martí-Codolar Youth Center, or welfare improvement projects with the community of Sant’Egidio. Preview college life as you stay at Residence Collegi Major Sant Jordi and take advantage of the impressive fitness spa & pool club around the corner. In addition to discovering the best Barcelona has to offer, enjoy exciting excursions to Madrid, Figueres, Girona and more!

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Barcelona, Madrid, Figueres, Montserrat, Girona, Sitges

Travel Dates

July 02 - July 29

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
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$7,799$7,399

Community Service On Pre-College Enrichment Los Angeles On The Campus Of UCLA

28 days | Community Service
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TRIP SUMMARY

Trip Summary

As part of the Pre-College Enrichment Los Angeles program, Community Service is available as either a full-day track option or an afternoon course, along with your choice of a morning course. Work with incredible organizations and truly make a difference while enjoying a little sunshine and staying at a UCLA residence with their world-class recreation facilities. Study breaks include exciting excursions around L.A. On the 28-day program, Cap it off with a final week in Santa Barbara and San Francisco or an alternative final week option of our College Preview Week in Boston.

 You Will Visit, Travel Dates & Grades

You Will Visit

Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and San Francisco

Travel Dates

June 27 - July 24

Current Grade

9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
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$7,999$7,499

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