Au Sable Institute of Environmental Science
Program at a Glance
Program Credits
3-9 (per session) creditsLocation
Northern Michigan, Pacific Rim or Costa RicaDates
Vary by locationCosta Rica Campus
- May Session: May 17-June 4, 2027
Pacific Rim Campus
- Summer Session II: July 12-August 13, 2027
Great Lakes Campus
- May Session: May 17-June 4, 2027
- Summer Session I: June 7-July 9, 2027
- Summer Session II: July 12-August 13, 2027
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Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies offers over 20 different field-based, university-level courses in environmental studies and environmental science at campuses in Costa Rica, India, Michigan's Great Lakes Region and Washington State on the Puget Sound.
What Will I Study?
As a part of the program, students can take courses featuring extensive field learning opportunities that help elucidate concepts and teach hands-on techniques for sustainability, ecosystem management and restoration, conservation, research and health. Courses take place during two summer session terms, and can be applied to your major, minor or core credits. Au Sable attracts students from 60 different Christian colleges and universities around North America, forming Christian community that cares about preserving, restoring and sustaining God’s creation.
Course Equivalencies
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