PROGRAM DATES

January 1 - March 10, 2009

EXPENSES

The cost of tuition, room, board, and most internal travel within each country will be covered by the 2009-10 comprehensive fee. All major scientific equipment and supplies are provided. Students are responsible for the cost of round-trip transportation from the U.S. to Australia. Participants are also responsible for purchase of books, personal items, independent travel during the mid-term break, and some personal field gear and clothing. The College will assist students in arranging economical purchase, loan or rental of the necessary snorkel, mask, fins, and wet suit.

SCUBA divers will incur the additional expense of training (approximately $290 for class and PADI certification at Carleton) and of dive gear (estimate $1000+ for purchase), which is also available more cheaply by renting in Australia.

Student financial aid is applicable as on campus. See the Off-Campus Studies website for further information regarding work-study contracts, loans, and other subjects on financial aid.