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Creation Care Studies

The Creation Care Study Program (CCSP) is a semester abroad connecting Christian faith with the urgent global issues of the coming decades. You will embrace new intellectual and spiritual challenges while experiencing unparalleled learning opportunities in tropical rainforests, mountain streams and coral reefs.

PROGRAMS
Programs are offered during the fall and spring semesters--in Belize and in the South Pacific (New Zealand and Samoa). Natural wonders, vibrant cross-cultural exchange and outstanding faculty combine to make CCSP the semester of a lifetime.

Belize: Central America
You will study for four months in Nabitunich, a collection of cottages on a large farm near the Mayan ruin of Xunantunich. You will enjoy bird watching and horseback riding along the Mopan River that flows through CCSP's tropical campus. Besides extensive visits to the coral reefs and ruins of Belize, you will also travel to places of interest in nearby Guatemala.

The schedule allows for independent exploration of Belize (and neighboring countries) during breaks and free weekends.

The South Pacific: Samoa & New Zealand
Community living enriches the learning of this program. Village home stays are a highlight of the three week Samoa segment, and upon arrival in Auckland, New Zealand, you will be welcomed to Kodesh, a Christian community in the Avondale neighborhood.

While on the New Zealand mainland you will get to explore other regions of the country as part of your coursework. The schedule also allows for independent travel during free weekends and a week long mid-semester break.

APPLICATION PROCESS
All Gordon students applying to The Creation Care Study Program must first submit an online seat application (link available to Gordon students only) to participate in a Global Education program. Only after you have been approved by the Global Education Office for study abroad, may you proceed with The Creation Care Study Program's online application.

  • Seat applications for the fall semester must be submitted online by February 15. Interviews with the Global Education Office must be conducted by the same date.
  • Seat applications for spring semester must be submitted online by September 30. Interviews with the Global Education Office must be conducted by the same date.

Apply to participate in Global Education Programs with the  Online Seat Application (link available to Gordon students only). After being approved for participation you may apply to the Creation Care Study Program. Deadlines are:

  • April 1: Fall semester applications
  • October 31: Spring semester applications

COSTS
You will be charged the basic term expenses as indicated in the academic catalog, and you may apply your internal scholarships to the cost of the program.  Please consult with Student Financial Services to review your situation.

Regular costs include:

  • Tuition
  • Housing, Meals,
  • Ground transportation
  • Round Trip airfare (Limits are imposed, check with the GE Office)

CONTACT
For further information please contact:

The Global Education Office
p: 978.867.4399

See the CCSP homepage for further details