PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Jamaica program, scheduled from July 21 to August 11, 2008, will be based in the heart of the historic district of Falmouth.  Students may earn up to four or five hours of college credit by combining this study abroad program with directed study activities preceding and/or following the travel portion of the course.

Please carefully read the Program Details for additional information pertinent to all CCSA programs.

ACCOMMODATIONS & MEALS

Participants in the Jamaica program will reside in dormitory-type settings.  Most meals will be provided

PROGRAM COSTS

The cost of the Jamaica program is $3495. This includes health insurance, round-trip transportation from designated cities, accommodations, daily meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner, program excursions and airport transfers.

For those arranging their own air transportation to Jamaica, the cost is $2995. These individuals must contact the central office before initiating travel arrangements (prior to the application deadline). Please note that group flights are scheduled to depart the U.S. and will arrive in Jamaica on July 21. The group will depart from Jamaica on August 11 for return to the U.S.

A minimum of $400 should be budgeted for additional transportation, entrance fees and departure tax (if applicable). Participants should also budget additional funds for personal expenses such as souvenirs and independent travel, based upon their individual spending habits.

Please be aware that tuition is not included in the program costs stated above. Refer to the Registration/Tuition & Fees Link for additional information.

All costs are subject to change in the event of unanticipated increases in airfares, monetary exchange rates or other changes in program costs. In some cases, program items may be deleted in lieu of a price increase.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE & DEADLINES

A $200 deposit is due at the time of application. A first payment of $1650 (in addition to the $200 deposit) to cover costs of the airline ticket and deposits on arrangements in Jamaica is due by the application deadline date, February 29, 2008. The final payment of $1645, plus single room costs (if applicable), is due by April 18, 2008. For those arranging their own air transportation to Jamaica, the final payment will be $1145. Please familiarize yourself with the Cancellation Policy.

GENERAL

Students are encouraged to apply well in advance of the February 29, 2008 deadline, as priority is given to early applicants. Applicants will receive course confirmation approximately two weeks after the application deadline.

Checks should be made payable to “CCSA.” Please consider your cancelled check as receipt for payment. Returned checks will incur a $20 penalty fee.

See what courses are offered this year:

Click on the Courses Link in the Program At A Glance to the left.