Houghton in Tanzania

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Dates

Each spring semester: late January through late April

Overview

An intensive 12 week semester offering the unique opportunity to experience life as most Africans themselves experience it, to be exposed to Africa on a broad front including history, anthropology, environment, languages, politics, and religion. Students will see needs and evaluate them in the light of their Christian beliefs. Extended trips away from Iringa Houghton campus site include nearby game reserves and Wahehe and Maasai tribal villages.

Courses and Credits

12-18 hours. Options for major and integrative studies with courses such as:

  • *SOC 293 East African Culture –4 hours
  • *HIST 251 East African History –4 hours
  • *BIOL 207 Wildlife Behavior –4 hours
  • INCL/INTR 311 Intercultural Experience –4 hours
  • MISS 395 Missions in Africa –2 hours
  • ENG 390 African Folklore  –2 hours

* Required courses.

Optional courses may not be offered every year.

Requirements

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  • Minimum 2.75 GPA.
  • Juniors and Sophomores preferred. Seniors also accepted.
  • Passport current beyond program end.
  • By application only.

Accommodations

Rugged camp-like facilities at Houghton's Iringa, Tanzania, 200-acre site. Sleep in rustic cabins. Group hall for lectures, meals, study. Solar and hydro-power, good water supply and facilities. Field trips to game reserves, historical sites, and villages.

Cost

Houghton tuition plus fees and travel. Houghton financial aid applies for Houghton students.

Non-Houghton Students are responsible to check with their school regarding financial aid and billing.

Sample costs for Spring 2012:

  • Tuition: $12,997
  • Program: $4,915 (includes room, board, fees, and airfare from a gateway airport)
  • TOTAL: $17,912

Applications

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Apply Online Now. We are no longer accepting applications for Tanzania 2012.

Current Acceptance Process:

Applications may be submitted beginning in September 2011 for Spring 2013.

Tanzania Spring 2012 semester is full and waitlisted.

Advisor

Dr. Jon Arensen and Dr. Eli Knapp

For More Information

Contact advisor above or the Off-Campus Programs Office:
OCP@houghton.edu or (585) 567-9634

Interested in a Houghton Summer Tanzania experience? Download a brochure!

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