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Shoals Marine Laboratory
Location: Maine
Program Description:
Operated by Cornell University in cooperation with the University of New Hampshire, SML offers a unique opportunity for students to experience marine science IN THE FIELD! Located on 95-acre Appledore Island in the Gulf of Maine, this remote – yet accessible environment allows students to LEARN BY DISCOVERY, surrounded by ocean and mentored by an outstanding academic staff.
Application deadline:
02/15/2009Overall rating:
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Host: Cornell University
Qualifications: High School junior through College Undergraduate
Program Dates / Length: Summer 2009 apply by priority deadline of Feb. 15, 2009, or final deadline of May 1, 2009
Housing: Dormitory style, doubles and quads
Cost / Availability of Financial Aid: Variable, see SML web site
Credit Awarded: Variable from Cornell and UNH
Mailing Address:
Shoals Marine Laboratory
G-14 Stimson Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
Phone: 607-255-3717
E-mail: shoals-lab@cornell.edu
Website: http://www.sml.cornell.edu/
Reviews:
"This is a fantastic experience for high school students whether they are have a keen interest in Biology or not. in addition to the usual lectures and lab time, the program includes whale watches, trawling on a large vessel for marine organisms, a day in a tern colony helping to do seabird research, a trip to an island lighthouse, and fishing for small sharks. The class fills rapidly so it is good to apply early. Students apply from all over the US and internationally. Students get 4 college credits from Cornell University for this course. "
Parent, 2007