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For over 15 years, the Institute for Field Research has been changing the way students engage with the world. We take you far beyond the classroom and straight into the field, where you’ll work shoulder to shoulder with leading experts in archaeology, environmental science, paleontology, and more. 

Come tackle real research in some of the world’s most significant cultural sites and dynamic ecosystems while having the experience of a lifetime.

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The IFR approach

ADVENTURE

ADVENTURE

Head off the beaten path and live the kind of adventure you’ll be telling stories about for years.

RESEARCH

RESEARCH

Our programs tackle pivotal questions about our world, and IFR students are in the trenches (often literally) finding answers.

FIELD SKILLS

FIELD SKILLS

Prepare to get your hands dirty. You’ll gain career-ready skills that help you stand out in any field.

IMPACT

IMPACT

Whether preserving heritage or documenting climate change, the work you’ll do matters to science, to communities, and to the future.

Our Programs

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July 13 - August 13, 2026

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Tropical Biodiversity & Conservation

5 weeks   |   8 credits

Investigate rainforest ecology and conservation strategies in one of North America’s most biodiverse cloud forests.

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July 13 - August 13, 2026

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Tropical Biodiversity & Conservation

5 weeks   |   8 credits

Investigate rainforest ecology and conservation strategies in one of North America’s most biodiverse cloud forests.

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Enrolling now

July 13 - August 13, 2026

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Tropical Biodiversity & Conservation

5 weeks   |   8 credits

Investigate rainforest ecology and conservation strategies in one of North America’s most biodiverse cloud forests.

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