*TWO SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE* - 2014 SCIENCE under SAIL - Marine Science
Sailing Expeditions for College Students
Through the generosity of a local sponsor, we now have TWO scholarship awards
for the remaining 2 positions aboard this summer's Science under Sail EXU2014
Expeditions.
REQUISITES: The Scholarships are available for TWO high-performing College
Students to complete our 2014 Expedition Teams for Science under Sail’s
Expedition EXU2014 in Exuma, Bahamas. The Expedition sets sail on June 21,
leaving Elizabeth Harbour and heading north up the archipelago to perform
research on coral reefs and establish the infrastructure for a long-term survey
and monitoring program in Exuma.
DETAILS: As we're well beyond the normal application deadline, awards must be
expedited in order to finalize the Teams quickly. Likewise, the deadline for
applications and scholarship consideration is this Monday, May 5th.
Scholarships will be awarded to 2 outstanding applicants on or before Monday,
May 12th, with the tuition balance due immediately.
To apply, simply click the "apply" button on the homepage:
www.scienceundersail.com and submit your completed application via the email
instructions.
TUITION COSTS & SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS:
- Expedition Leg 1 Tuition Cost $5,200 (2 weeks)
*Scholarship award amount - $1,200 (1 position available)
Expedition Leg 2 Tuition Cost $7,800 (3 weeks)
*Scholarship award amount - $1,800 each (1 position available)
Note: Tuition cost does not include airfare.
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Mission objectives, detailed program information, and the downloadable
application can be found at: www.scienceundersail.com
For a visual representation of EXU2014 mission objectives, please visit our
latest blog post at: scienceundersail.com/summer camp or serious about science
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Science under Sail pioneers innovative marine-science field study programs for
college students combined with a unique modern mentorship program. Our vision
is to empower the next generation of ocean ambassadors by engaging students
with experts aboard sailing-based research and education expeditions throughout
the Caribbean.
*Participation is open to College Students and graduating high-school seniors
18+ (gap year students welcome)
For specific inquiries, please contact [email protected]
Also, feel free to check out and follow our Exploration on social media:
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Robin T. Smith, PhD
Director, Science under Sail, Inc.
www.scienceundersail.com
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