School for Field Studies - Kenya - International Programs Office

School for Field Studies - Kenya

Multiple Locations, Kenya

In Kenya, the survival of human and wildlife populations hinges on the availability of all critical resources. Spend your semester in the world-famous national parks and stunning landscapes of Kenya while studying the country’s diverse wildlife and engaging in hands-on conservation research. Here, in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, climate change and land use adjustments are negatively affecting Kenya’s ecosystems and those living in them. Research the root causes of these changes and how different conservation strategies can benefit both humans and wildlife.

This academically rigorous program follows a six-day/week schedule. The interdisciplinary curriculum is designed to help students actively discover and understand the complexities of environmental, social, and economic issues in Kenya. Read more about the SFS program model.

Program Information

Terms Available: semester

Type of Program: Study Abroad

Languages of Instruction: English

Language Prerequisite: N/A

Credit Transfer System
- Typical course load: 5 courses (2 or 4 credits each)
- Units recorded in: credits
GPA Requirement: 2.8
Credits: 18 credits
Course Catalog

Application

Application Deadline: Fall: May 1 | Spring: Nov. 1
Kenya Field Guide + Financial Planner
SFS Policies and Procedures
SFS Academic Handbook
Program Application
Program website

Housing: Residence Dorm
Ten student cabins or “bandas,” 4 students per cabin in twin beds. Personal storage cubbies. Curtain down the middle of banda allows for extra personal space. Restroom blocks with showers (warm water) and western-style toilets are a short walk away from cabins.

Financial, Immigration

Cost to attend:

Reed College charges the same tuition fees for a semester or year off-campus as for a semester or year spent on campus, plus the program's actual room and board fees. Reed College encourages students to choose programs based on their academic rather than financial needs to reflect Reed's belief that all students, regardless of financial circumstances, should have the opportunity to study abroad.

Financial aid continues for eligible students during the off-campus program. Students should discuss with the Financial Aid Office how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package. Check out more details directly on the Reed College Financial Aid page.

Visa Deadlines and Requirements:

You will receive specific instructions about the necessary visa process from the SFS Admissions Department well in advance of your program. DO NOT apply for a visa prior to receiving these instructions.

Areas of Study

Announcements

2025 CLS Program Application Now Open!: The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is an intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Students spend eight to ten weeks over the summer studying one of a dozen critical languages: Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu. The program provides intensive language instruction and structured cultural activities designed to promote rapid language gains. Apply now for CLS 2025!

Off-Campus Programs in Israel, the West Bank, and Lebanon: The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 4-Do not Travel advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, and Lebanon. Reed College's off-campus programs in these countries have been canceled for this academic year. Students considering off-campus programs in Egypt must contact the Director of International Programs.