Sea lions, giant tortoises and penguins – oh my! Explore the ecosystems and biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands this summer. Get inspired by the same locations that influenced Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution and natural selection.   When it…

Recognized as one of the best destinations in the world for wildlife viewing, the Galápagos Islands’ natural beauty is exceptional. A tip for outdoor enthusiasts: if a trip to the…

January 2019 programs are here, and we couldn’t be more excited to announce our new and returning programs for next year’s winter session! With 15 January programs offered at some…

The alarm goes off. No need really, as it’s already been daylight for about an hour; perks of being located on the Equator means that daylight hours are 6am–6pm every…

Don’t miss out on your chance to experience the adventure of a lifetime this winter break in the exotic Americas! AIFS offers January term options to study abroad in Central…

Studying abroad is half learning in the classroom, half hands-on learning in the field. When it came time to cover the section of the course syllabus “Sustainable Enterprises in an Island…

To all the high school seniors looking forward to graduation: Congratulations! You’re almost there… but where is ‘there’ exactly? Wrapping up senior year can feel like approaching a finish line,…

by Paula Messina, AIFS Resident Director in the Galapagos Islands During the 2016 January Term, 11 students participated in the first ever AIFS program in the Galápagos Islands in Ecuador.…

We are thrilled to be launching a new January Term Program in the Galápagos Islands this winter. Students begin in Quito, Ecuador, travel to the Galápagos, and finish their program on…

Florence, Paris, London — we love them, but if you want to go on an adventure a world away, here’s why you should study abroad in the Galapagos next year.…